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Transcript

®
Satellite M20
Series User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
❖
InTouch® Center
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see Chapter 9 on page 185 of this guide.
TOSHIBA
C6649-0303M1
2
Models: Satellite M20 Series
ReWritable CD/DVD Drives
The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or
DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies
available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up
and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals
enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and
you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND
SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE
PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU
AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL
HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY
BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR REMOVABLE
STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE
USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
THEREOF.
Protection of Stored Data
For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data
stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST
DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD
DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT
BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING
THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA,
PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN
SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS
ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE
DATA CORRECTLY.
3
Critical Applications
The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.”
“Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications,
connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear
facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to
injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF
THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF
YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION,
YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR
SUCH USE.
FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity
Information”
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
❖
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
❖
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
❖
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
❖
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
4
Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be
attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peripherals
or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in
interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used
between the external devices and the computer’s serial port, parallel
port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2® port and microphone jack.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly
approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
❖
This device may not cause harmful interference.
❖
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Contact:
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92618-1697
(949) 583-3000
Industry Canada requirement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
FCC requirements
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to
internal modems.
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Installation
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone
company and give them the following information:
❖
The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem.
❖
The FCC registration number of the modem.
❖
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B.
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the
USOC RJ11C.
Type of service
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines.
Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office
implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject
to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how
many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will
provide this information upon request.
Telephone company procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can.
In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in
their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your
service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you
notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain
uninterrupted service.
If problems arise
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should
immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the
telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may
temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance
of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as
soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to
correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by
Toshiba Corporation or an authorized representative of Toshiba Corporation.
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Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a
computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax
machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of
each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it
is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the
message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business,
other entity or individual.
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete
the setup for your fax software before sending a message.
Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment
1
NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This
certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications
network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the
appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The
Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s
satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to
this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
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Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.
2
The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the
following:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the
label affixed to your computer.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each
terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination
on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to
the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the
devices does not exceed 5.
3
The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless Interoperability
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be
interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence
Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
❖
The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B), as defined
and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
❖
The Wireless Fidelity(WiFi) certification as defined by the WECA Wireless
Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.
Caution
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.85 GHz
frequency range.
Wireless LAN and your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices
however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless
devices like for example mobile phones.
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Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio
frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless
LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect
the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels
and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive
research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted
by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the
organization. These situations may for example include:
❖
Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or
❖
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or
services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a
specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for
authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.
Regulatory Information
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user
documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the
following radio frequency and safety standards.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or
pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for
the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s
website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any
other transmitter that has not been tested with this device.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
L ‘utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1)
il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’ utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be
operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.
Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet
d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres
afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne
d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
❖
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:
EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment
ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment
ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
België/
Belgique:
For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is
allowed.
For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than
300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration
to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across
public grounds over more than 300m. An IBPT/BIPT license is
required for public usage outside building. For registration and license
please contact IBPT/BIPT.
Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462
MHz). Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over
afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor
gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT
nodig. Voor publiek gebruik buiten gebouwen is licentie van BIPT/
IBPT verplicht. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met
BIPT.
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L’utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz) et 11
(2462 MHz). Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, a l’extérieur d’un
bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est
nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance
supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprés de I’IBPT est requise.
Pour une utilisation publique à I’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de
I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez
contacter I’IBPT.
Deutschland:
License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow.
Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.
France:
Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz and
2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for
every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART
for procedure to follow.
Bande de fréquence restreinte : seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 et 2462
MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France. Toute utilisation,
qu’elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous
pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations
(http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.
Italia:
License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not
allowed.
E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L’uso per installazione in
esterni non e’ permessa.
Nederland:
License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow.
Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op
met verkoper voor juiste procedure.
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USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a
Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:
❖
This device may not cause harmful interference.
❖
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired
operation.
TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless
LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and
equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two
types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at the
upper edge of the LCD screen.
For both antennas, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN
Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such
a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is
minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position,
the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm. The
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.155.25GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the
end user.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that
comes with those products for additional information.
Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz
frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency
range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to cochannel Mobile Satellite systems.
12
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and
5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or
damage this device.
Taiwan
Article 14
Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of
the original design.
Article 17
Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not
affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In
event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery
shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be
resumed until no interference occurs after improvement.
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference
from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio
emission electric machinery.
Using this equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400-2,483.5 MHz for second generation
low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of
mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified lowpower radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
13
2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
1
2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.
2
DS.This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.
3
The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.
4
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to
2,483.5 MHz.
It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the
Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of
radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station
stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: MPC13A-20/R
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
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Approval Number: D01-1128JP
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018,
03GZDA0017
The following restrictions apply:
❖
Do not disassemble or modify the device.
❖
Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
❖
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
❖
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
❖
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
❖
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless
LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and
equipment other than specified by Toshiba.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
15
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros
AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the
following table.
This device works on passive scan only.
A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.
802.11b (2.4GHz)
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Canada
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Portugal
Sweden
Switzerland
UK
USA
Austria
Belgium
802.11a (5GHz)
Australia
Canada
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Portugal
Sweden
Switzerland
UK
USA
Turbo Mode (5GHz)
Canada
USA
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®
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel PRO/
Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the
following table.
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
Canada
Chilli
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Mexico
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Peru
Portugal
Singapore
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
UK
Uruguay
USA
Venezuela
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI
Wireless LAN Card
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the
following table.
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Canada
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hong Kong
Iceland
Ireland
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Italy
Japan
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Malaysia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Philippines
Portugal
Singapore
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
UK
USA
Regulatory statements
This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/
region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the
following:
European Union (EU) and EFTA
This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been
provided with the CE mark accordingly.
Canada-Industry Canada(IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.”
L ‘ utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes :
(1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’ utilisateur du dispositif doit étre
prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Caution: FCC Interference Statement
This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
❖
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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❖
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved
by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly
approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Taiwan
Article 14
Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of
the original design.
Article 17
Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not
affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In
event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery
shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be
resumed until no interference occurs after improvement.
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against
interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and
medical radio emission electric machinery.
Using this equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400-2,483.5 MHz for second generation
low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of
mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified lowpower radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
19
2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
(1)
(2) (3)
2.4FH1
(4)
1
2.4: this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.
2
FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.
3
The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.
4
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to
2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object
identification systems.
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it
belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication
system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER
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Approval Number: 01NYDA1305
The following restrictions apply:
❖
Do not disassemble or modify the device.
❖
Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and Multifunction drive
safety instructions
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and Multifunction drives employ a laser system. To
ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully
and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact
an authorized service location.
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To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
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“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the
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any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED
service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to
open the enclosure.
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than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction............................................................. 30
This guide............................................................................... 30
Safety icons............................................................................ 31
Other icons used............................................................... 32
Other documentation............................................................ 32
Service options...................................................................... 33
Chapter 2: Finding Your Way Around..................................... 34
Making sure you have everything........................................ 34
Front with the display panel closed................................. 35
Back with rear panel closed ............................................. 35
Back with rear panel open................................................ 37
Right side........................................................................... 37
Left side.............................................................................. 38
Underside........................................................................... 39
Keyboard and display features............................................. 40
Front with the display panel open.................................... 40
Indicator panel lights......................................................... 42
Keyboard indicator panel lights....................................... 44
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Chapter 3: Getting Started........................................................ 45
Selecting a place to work......................................................
Creating a computer-friendly environment....................
Keeping yourself comfortable..........................................
Other precautions .................................................................
Setting up your computer....................................................
Connecting to a power source.........................................
Turning on the computer......................................................
Opening the display panel................................................
Turning on the power ......................................................
Setting up your software......................................................
Registering your computer with Toshiba............................
Setting up other devices...................................................
Turning off the computer......................................................
Closing the display panel.................................................
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Chapter 4: Connecting Other External Devices....................... 57
Using external display devices.............................................
Connecting the display device.........................................
Directing the display output when you turn on the
computer...........................................................................
Adjusting the quality of the external display...................
Video limitations...............................................................
Using an external keyboard..................................................
Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key......
Using a mouse......................................................................
Connecting a serial mouse..............................................
Connecting a USB mouse................................................
Connecting a PS/2 mouse...............................................
Using a PS/2 mouse simultaneously with AccuPoint II
Connecting a local printer ....................................................
Setting up your printer.....................................................
Connecting an external diskette drive..................................
Connecting external speakers or headphones...................
Connecting a microphone....................................................
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Adding memory .................................................................... 71
Installing a memory module............................................ 72
Removing a memory module.......................................... 74
Using Slim SelectBay® modules ......................................... 75
Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay®............. 76
Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay® ................. 77
Inserting and removing hard drives .................................... 78
Inserting and removing PC Cards........................................ 80
Inserting a PC Card........................................................... 80
Removing a PC Card........................................................ 82
Setting up a PC Card for your computer........................ 82
Connecting your modem to a telephone line...................... 83
Connecting to a phone line............................................... 83
Chapter 5: Learning the Basics................................................ 85
Computing tips...................................................................... 85
Using the keyboard............................................................... 87
Character keys .................................................................. 87
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard..... 87
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys......................................................... 88
Function keys .................................................................... 88
Windows special keys...................................................... 89
Overlay keys ..................................................................... 89
Using the AccuPoint II pointing device ............................... 91
Starting a program................................................................ 92
Starting a program from the Start menu........................ 93
Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer............... 93
Starting a program from the Run dialog box................. 94
Saving your work.................................................................. 95
Printing your work................................................................. 97
Using a compact disc drive.................................................. 98
Inserting compact discs ................................................ 100
Removing compact discs ............................................. 102
Caring for CDs and DVDs .............................................. 102
Using PC Cards ................................................................... 103
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Hot swapping.................................................................. 103
Using your computer at the office..................................... 104
Using a computer lock........................................................ 104
Caring for your computer................................................... 105
Cleaning the computer................................................... 106
Moving the computer..................................................... 106
Backing up your work......................................................... 106
Preparing for communications.......................................... 107
Powering down the computer........................................... 107
Using Turn Off Computer............................................... 108
Using Hibernation........................................................... 111
Using Standby................................................................. 113
Toshiba’s online resources................................................. 116
Chapter 6: Mobile Computing................................................ 117
Toshiba’s energy-saver design........................................... 117
Running the computer on battery power......................... 118
Battery Notice.................................................................. 118
Charging the batteries.................................................... 119
Monitoring battery power.............................................. 120
What to do when the battery alarm sounds..................... 122
Changing batteries.............................................................. 123
Taking care of your battery................................................. 125
Safety precautions.......................................................... 125
Maximizing battery life................................................... 126
Disposing of used batteries........................................... 127
Conserving power............................................................... 128
Power usage modes in Windows XP........................... 129
Using a hot key to set the power usage mode............. 129
Additional options for power.............................................. 130
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Chapter 7: Exploring Your Options........................................ 131
Exploring the desktop......................................................... 131
Finding your way around the desktop........................... 131
Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 134
Transferring files.............................................................. 134
Getting help transferring files......................................... 135
Setting up for communications..................................... 135
Connecting the modem to a telephone line.................. 137
Connecting your computer to a network ..................... 137
An overview of using the Internet...................................... 139
The Internet...................................................................... 140
The World Wide Web .................................................... 140
Internet Service Providers.............................................. 140
Connecting to the Internet ............................................. 141
Surfing the Internet......................................................... 141
Internet features.............................................................. 142
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ... 143
Exploring audio features..................................................... 143
Playing an audio CD........................................................ 143
Playing CDs using Auto-Run......................................... 144
Creating a CD................................................................... 145
Recording sounds .......................................................... 145
Using external speakers or headphones....................... 147
Chapter 8: Expansion Options............................................... 149
Devices for office computing ............................................. 149
Connecting external (optional) devices......................... 150
Using an external keyboard................................................ 150
Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key.... 151
Using a mouse .................................................................... 151
Connecting a serial mouse............................................. 152
Connecting a USB mouse.............................................. 152
Connecting a PS/2 mouse............................................. 152
Using a PS/2 mouse simultaneously with
AccuPoint II..................................................................... 153
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Using a printer .................................................................... 154
Connecting a parallel printer.......................................... 155
Setting up your printer................................................... 156
Using an external monitor.................................................. 159
Connecting the display device....................................... 159
Directing the display output when you turn on the
computer......................................................................... 161
Adjusting the quality of the external display................. 163
Video limitations............................................................. 163
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Using the Wi-Fi Mini PCI module.................................. 164
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Accessing the Wi-Fi Mini PCI module...................... 164
Chapter 9: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 165
Fn-esse................................................................................. 166
Starting Fn-esse.............................................................. 166
Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 168
Viewing existing key assignments................................ 169
Changing or removing existing key assignments .. 170
Hotkey utility........................................................................ 170
Toshiba Console.................................................................. 171
Customizing Your Computer......................................... 172
Network........................................................................... 172
Security............................................................................ 172
Power Management....................................................... 173
Slim SelectBay™ ................................................................ 176
Slim SelectBay™ Service............................................... 176
Toshiba Hardware Setup.................................................... 176
Toshiba Power Saver utility................................................ 179
Enabling Hibernation........................................................... 180
Setting user passwords...................................................... 180
Using an instant password............................................ 181
Setting a user password................................................ 181
Disabling a user password ............................................ 182
Using a supervisor password............................................ 183
Setting a supervisor password...................................... 183
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Deleting a supervisor password.................................... 184
Chapter 10: If Something Goes Wrong................................ 185
Problems that are easy to fix.............................................. 185
Problems when you turn on the computer....................... 187
The Windows ® operating system is not working............ 188
Using Startup options to fix problems.......................... 189
Internet problems............................................................ 190
The Windows® XP operating system can help you .... 190
Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 191
A plan of action................................................................ 191
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own.................. 192
Fixing a problem with Device Manager......................... 193
Memory problems.......................................................... 195
Power and the batteries.................................................. 195
Keyboard problems........................................................ 197
Display problems............................................................ 197
Disk drive problems........................................................ 199
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems...... 202
Sound system problems................................................ 203
PC Card problems........................................................... 203
Printer problems............................................................. 206
Modem problems........................................................... 207
Develop good computing habits........................................ 208
If you need further assistance............................................ 209
Before you call................................................................. 209
Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 210
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...................................... 211
Toshiba’s worldwide offices ............................................... 211
Appendix A: Hot Keys.............................................................
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors..................................
Glossary...................................................................................
Index.........................................................................................
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Introduction
Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia
computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work can
accompany you wherever you go.
Satellite M20 computers provide considerable computing power,
enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks
from any location.
You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP
Home or Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional, already
installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting
features and easy Internet access.
This guide
This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:
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Read the entire guide from beginning to end
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Skim through and stop when a topic interests you
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Use the table of contents and the index to find specific
information
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Introduction
Safety icons
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If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer
before, read through this chapter to familiarize yourself with the
components of the computer. After that, seek out whatever
interests you most.
Safety icons
This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed in
order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal
injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. The safety
instructions have been classified according to the seriousness of
risk; the following icons highlight these instructions:
Danger indicates a hazardous situation, which will result
DANGER in death, serious personal injury, or substantial property
damage if the safety instruction is ignored.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation, which can
result in death, serious personal injury, or substantial
property damage if the safety instruction is ignored.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation, which will or
can cause minor personal injury or property damage if
the safety instruction is ignored.
Provides you with important but not hazard-related
information.
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Introduction
Other documentation
Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational
information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical
information about the computer.
HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term
used in the text.
Other documentation
Your computer comes with the following documentation in
addition to this user’s guide.
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An electronic version of the user’s guide. Look for the user’s
guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C:
drive.
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Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on
your computer or that are available for installation on your
Recovery CDs.
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For accessory information, visit Toshiba's web site at
toshiba.com.
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The Microsoft® Windows® operating system documentation
which explains the features of the operating system.
Introduction
Service options
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Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its
™
SelectServ warranty programs. For more information, visit
Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com.
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If
Something Goes Wrong” on page 185.
Chapter 1
Finding Your Way
Around
This chapter presents a grand tour of your Satellite M20 computer.
It serves as a reference to locate specific parts of the computer.
Making sure you have everything
Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped
with your computer to make sure you received everything.
If any items are missing or damaged, notify your authorized
Toshiba representative or your network administrator immediately.
For additional help, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 185.
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Making sure you have everything
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Front with the display panel closed
Infrared port
Display latch
Headphone jack
Microphone jack
System indicator panel
Sliding the display latch opens the computer’s display panel. For
more information, see “Keyboard and display features” on
page 40.
The system indicator panel consists of several lights that provide
information about various system functions. For more
information, see “Indicator panel lights” on page 42.
The infrared port provides a cable-free connection for
transferring data between your computer and another device, such
as a printer or another computer that has a compatible infrared
port.
The headphone jack allows you to connect stereo headphones or
other audio-output devices, such as external speakers, to the
computer. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack
automatically disables the internal speakers.
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
microphone or other audio input device to the computer.
Back with rear panel closed
Cooling vent
DC IN
USB ports
PS/2 port
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Making sure you have everything
DC IN —Lets you plug in the AC adapter.
Cooling vent—Provides ventilation to keep the computer’s
processor from overheating. The vent lets the processor continue
performing at its maximum speed.
To prevent possible overheating of the computer’s
processor, make sure you do not block the cooling vent.
USB ports—The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a
connection for USB peripherals. USB is a single-cabling and
connection standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to
480 mega bits per second (Mbps) for peripherals such as
keyboards, pointing devices, a diskette drive and a video camera.
USB allows “hot swapping” of peripherals, which means that
components may be plugged and unplugged while the computer is
on.
DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard
that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for
peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and
monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for
cabling and connectors.
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PS/2 port—Lets you connect an optional PS/2-compatible
mouse or keyboard. You can use an optional Y-cable to connect
both a mouse and a keyboard to the port.
Finding Your Way Around
Making sure you have everything
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Back with rear panel open
Serial port
Network port
RGB (monitor) port
Parallel port
Modem port
RGB (monitor) port—Lets you connect an external monitor or
projector.
Parallel port—Lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel
device.
Modem port—Lets you connect the computer’s internal modem
directly to a conventional telephone line.
Ether
The Network port (RJ45 jack) provides access to a LAN via
standard Ethernet® network cable.
Serial port—Lets you connect a serial mouse, serial printer, or
other serial device.
Right side
Speaker
HDD bay cover
Speaker—Lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in
addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with
your software.
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Making sure you have everything
Left side
DVD/CD manual eject hole
Speaker
Video-out port
DVD/CD eject button
Wireless antenna on/off
switch*
Volume
control
Slim SelectBay module
(DVD-ROM drive shown)
PC Card ejection buttons
PC Card slots
PC Card lock
* functional only on systems with a
wireless module installed
Security lock slot
Speaker—Lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in
addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with
your software.
Video-out port—Lets you connect your computer to an external
video device such as a standard television set.
The security lock slot allows you to attach the optional Port
Noteworthy® Computer Lock cable to the computer to secure it to
a large, heavy object such as your desk. See “Using a computer
lock” on page 104
The PC Card lock allows you to secure your PC Cards in the
slots. Slide the button to the right to lock the PC Cards.
The PC Card slots allow you to connect PCMCIA-compatible
devices to the computer. These slots can accommodate two Type I
or Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. For more
information, see “Inserting and removing PC Cards” on
page 80.
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Making sure you have everything
Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card slots. A pin or
similar object that accidentally gets into a slot can
damage the computer’s circuitry.
The PC Card eject buttons allow easy removal of PC Cards.
Slim SelectBay®— Lets you use one of several possible Slim
SelectBay modules. The DVD-ROM drive is shown in place. For
more information, see “Using Slim SelectBay® modules” on
page 75.
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Wireless antenna on/off switch (available only on Wi-Fi
systems) — Turns the antenna on or off on your system. This is
functional only on systems with a wireless module installed.
Underside
Slim SelectBay release
Slim SelectBay slot
Battery pack
Battery release
Battery lock
Memory module
cover
HDD cover
PC card lock
Battery pack—Lets you use your computer when a standard
electrical outlet is not available. For further information about
using the battery, see “Running the computer on battery power”
on page 118.
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Keyboard and display features
Battery lock—Locks the battery in place to prevent accidental
removal.
Slim SelectBay® release—Keeps the Slim SelectBay® module
secure in its compartment.
Memory module—Lets you add more memory to your
computer. For more information, see “Adding memory” on
page 71.
Slim SelectBay® slot—The slot holds one of several
interchangeable devices which offer exceptional system flexibility.
For more information, see “Using Slim SelectBay® modules”
on page 75.
PC Card lock—Keeps the PC Cards secure in their slots.
The expansion memory cover protects the slot in which you can
install up to two memory modules. For more information on
expanding your computer’s memory, see “Adding memory” on
page 71.
Keyboard and display features
Front with the display panel open
To view the front of the computer with the display panel open:
1
Locate the display latch on the front of the computer.
Releasing the display latch
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2
Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel.
Opening the display panel
3
Adjust the display panel to a comfortable viewing angle.
To avoid damaging the display panel, be careful when
opening and closing it. Never force the panel beyond the
point where it moves easily, and never use it to lift the
computer.
Screen
Keyboard
Speaker
Speaker
Power button
CapsLock
indicator
Keyboard
indicator panel
AccuPoint II
pointing device
Programmable
buttons
Primary
button
Secondary
button
AccuPoint II
buttons
System
indicator panel
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Finding Your Way Around
Keyboard and display features
Power button —The power button is used to turn on power to the
computer. For more information, see “Turning on the computer”
on page 53.
Screen—The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD)
that provides clear, sharp images.
Keyboard—The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality
of a full-size keyboard. It has several built-in hot-key functions that
turn system functions on and off. For more information on how to
use the internal keyboard, see “Using the keyboard” on page 87.
For information on using an external keyboard, see “Connecting
external (optional) devices” on page 150.
Keyboard indicator panel—These lights provide information
about various keyboard functions. See “Keyboard indicator
panel lights” on page 44 for a description of the panel lights.
AccuPoint® II pointing device—This device combines the
function of a mouse with the convenience of never having to
remove your hands from the keyboard. The AccuPoint II buttons
(Primary and Secondary) work with the AccuPoint II pointing
device. For further information, see “Setting up your software”
on page 55.
System indicator panel—These lights provide status information
about various system functions. See the following section for a
description of each panel light.
Indicator panel lights
This panel is located on the front of the computer.
AC power light—Glows green when the computer is connected
to an AC power source.
Finding Your Way Around
Keyboard and display features
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On/off light—Indicates whether the computer is on, off, or in a
Standby power down mode.
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Glows green when the computer is on.
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Flashes amber when you power down the computer using the
Standby command.
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May flash amber if the computer is overheating.
Main battery light—Indicates the status of the main battery.
❖
Flashes amber when you are running on battery power and the
battery charge is running low.
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Does not glow when you are running on battery power and
the battery charge is not running low.
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Glows amber when you are connected to AC power and the
battery is charging.
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Glows green when you are connected to AC power and the
battery is fully charged.
For more information, see “Monitoring battery power” on
page 120.
Hard disk drive light—Flashes to indicate that the hard disk is
currently in use.
Slim SelectBay indicator light—Indicates the status of a
secondary battery in the Slim SelectBay, if installed.
❖
Glows amber when the battery is charging.
❖
Glows green when the battery is fully charged.
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Does not glow if there is no battery in the Slim SelectBay.
Wireless indicator light—Glows when enabled to indicate that
wireless device is enabled.
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Keyboard indicator panel lights
The keyboard indicator lights provide information about keyboard
functions.
Cursor control light—Glows when the cursor control overlay is
on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor
as shown by the white arrow or command printed on the left front
of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key. For
more information, see “Using the overlay for cursor control”
on page 90.
Numlock light—Glows when the numeric overlay is on. When
this light is on, pressing an overlay key produces the white number
printed on the right front of the key instead of the letter printed on
the top of the key. For more information, see “Using the overlay
to type numeric data” on page 90.
Caps lock light—Glows when you press the caps lock key. When
this light is on, pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an
uppercase (capital) letter. The caps lock key does not affect the
number and symbol keys.
Chapter 2
Getting Started
This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how
to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you
use your computer.
Selecting a place to work
Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and
situations. This section provides guidelines for setting up your
computing environment.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the
computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer.
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to
give adequate ventilation, otherwise, they may overheat.
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your
work area from:
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Dust, moisture and direct sunlight
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Liquids and corrosive chemicals
If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it
from the AC power source and let it dry out completely
before turning it on again.
If the computer does not operate properly after you turn it
back on, contact a Toshiba service representative or your
network administrator.
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Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such
as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that are
connected to the computer) or speakerphones.
❖
Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of
temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
❖
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. Operate the computer within
a temperature range of 41 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit
(5 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius) and 20 percent to 80 percent
non-condensing humidity.
Keeping yourself comfortable
Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people
spend more time using their computers. However, with a little care
and proper use of the equipment, you can work comfortably
throughout the day.
Using the computer keyboard incorrectly can result in
discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists,
and/or arms hurt while typing, stop using the computer
and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.
This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries.
For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitivestrain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
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Placement of the computer
Proper placement of the computer and external devices is
important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following
when placing your computer.
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Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height
and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your
torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching.
❖
If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen should be
no higher than eye level.
❖
If you use a paper holder, set it at the same height and distance
as the screen.
Seating and posture
When using your computer, maintain good posture with your
body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is
a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a
backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair.
Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust
your chair for maximum computing comfort.
Below eye level
Approximately
90° angles
Footrest
Correct posture and positioning of the computer
❖
Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly lower
than the level of your elbow. You should be able to type
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Selecting a place to work
comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms
parallel to the floor.
If you are using a conventional chair:
❖
Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If
necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and
ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.
❖
Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower
curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide
extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are
available at many office supply stores.
❖
Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and
elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work.
Do not slump forward or lean back too far.
Lighting
Proper lighting can improve the readability of the display and
reduce eyestrain.
❖
Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight
or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use
tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.
❖
Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that
shines directly into your eyes.
❖
If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work
area.
Arms and wrists
❖
Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep them in
a relaxed, neutral position while typing.
❖
Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve circulation.
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Work habits
The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary
your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your
working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce
stress and improve your efficiency.
❖
Take frequent, short breaks to change position, stretch your
muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three
minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break
after several hours.
❖
Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.
Intersperse such activities with other tasks.
❖
Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods
can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently
and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds.
Other precautions
Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, you should observe
certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or
damage to the computer.
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it
to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can
damage computer components or cause your computer
to malfunction.
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Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If
two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only
one is used extensively. Overheating of a PC Card can
result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation.
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been
used for lengthy periods of time.
Setting up your computer
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps
up to “Setting up your software” on page 55 before
adding external or internal components to your
computer. These components include, but are not limited
to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.
Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must
be charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the
AC adapter. See “Connecting to a power source” on page 51.
To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet
account, you must be connected to the Internet using a modem or
LAN.
Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be sure to
complete “Setting up your software” on page 55.
After setting up your computer, you may want to:
❖
Add more memory
❖
Connect a mouse
❖
Connect a full-size keyboard
❖
Connect an external monitor
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Setting up your computer
❖
Connect a local printer
❖
Install PC Cards
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For more information on installing specific devices, see
“Connecting Other External Devices” on page 57.
Connecting to a power source
The AC adapter allows you to power the computer from an
external AC power source and to charge the computer’s batteries.
AC adapter
Power cable
Power cable and AC adapter
Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or
an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any
incompatible adapter could damage your computer.
Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by
use of an incompatible adapter.
When you connect the AC adapter to the computer,
always follow the steps in the exact order as described in
the User's Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live
electrical outlet should be the last step; otherwise’ the
adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge
and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury
when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid
touching any metal parts.
To connect AC power to the computer:
1
Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
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Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter
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+
2
Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the
computer..
Connecting the AC adapter cable to the computer
3
Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
The AC power light
green.
on the system indicator panel glows
If the main battery is present, the battery light
❖
Amber while the battery is charging
❖
Green when the battery is fully charged
glows:
If the battery light flashes amber during charging, either the
battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input
from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC cable and
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remove the battery pack. See “If Something Goes Wrong”
on page 185 for troubleshooting information.
DANGER Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock.
Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top
of, or apply heat to the power cable.
If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock.
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet
hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
Charging the battery
Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before
using the battery to power the computer, you must charge it.
To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged in to an AC
power source for at least three hours with the computer turned off.
After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to
power the computer.
Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid
leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more
than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully
charged battery can damage the battery.
Turning on the computer
The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.
Opening the display panel
1
Slide the display latch to the right.
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2
Lift the display panel.
To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it
beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the
computer by the display panel.
Turning on the power
To turn on the computer:
1
Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if
you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are
properly connected and ready.
2
Check to ensure that any attached floppy drives are empty.
3
Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the
system indicator panel glows green—about one second.
Turning on the power
For the meaning of each light on the system indicator panel,
see “Indicator panel lights” on page 42.
4
The preinstalled operating system will load automatically.
When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not
turn off the power again until the operating system has
loaded completely.
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Setting up your software
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Setting up your software
The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides
you through steps to set up your software.
1
From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup
Wizard.
2
Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License
Agreement and click Next.
3
Follow the on-screen directions concerning requested
information about your computer and preferences.
To register online, your computer’s modem must be
connected to a voice-grade telephone line, or the Internet
via a Local Area Network.
Your computer restarts automatically.
Registering your computer with Toshiba
To register your computer with Toshiba, you may either click on
the desktop icon to do so electronically, or fill in and mail the
registration card that shipped with your system.
Setting up other devices
You may want to take this time to set up your printer. For more
information, see “Setting up your printer” on page 156.
Turning off the computer
It is generally a good idea to turn off your computer when you are
not using it.
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Turning off the computer
If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer
plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to
fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take
up to three hours to recharge the main battery.
Guidelines for turning off the computer:
❖
If you have work in progress and are not connected to a
network, use the Windows® Standby command to save your
system settings to memory so that, when you resume the
computer, you will automatically return to where you left off.
❖
To leave the computer off for a longer period, you can use the
Windows® Turn Off command when not connected to a
domain server or the Shut down when connected to a domain
server instead. For more information, see “Powering down
the computer” on page 107.
Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.
Doing so may damage the media in use and result in
loss of data.
Closing the display panel
When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the
display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.
If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will
occur:
❖
If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel
will automatically turn off until you open it again.
❖
If you have an action feature set, the computer will perform
either: Nothing, Standby, or Hibernate (see “Enabling
Hibernation” on page 180).
Chapter 3
Connecting Other
External Devices
This chapter describes how to connect devices that can increase
the capabilities of your Satellite M20 computer.
Using external display devices
Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can
also connect three different types of external display devices to one
of two available video ports:
❖
A television via the video-out (composite) port.
❖
A video display device, such as a video projection unit, via the
video-out (composite) port.
❖
An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port.
Before connecting a television, video projector, monitor or other
display device, configure your computer for the type of device
you’re connecting. To do this, refer to the documentation for your
operating system and devices.
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Connecting the display device
If you’re connecting a television or other video display device to
the computer’s video-out port, first refer to “Selecting video
cables” below for guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer
to “Connecting to the video-out (composite) port” on page 58.
If you’re connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to “Connecting an
external monitor or projector” on page 59.
Selecting video cables
To connect a device to the video-out port, you’ll need to purchase
a composite video cable. For the best video quality, always use a
properly shielded cable.
HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than
20 feet (approximately six meters).
Using a poor quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture,
poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.
Connecting to the video-out (composite) port
Video cables are not included with your computer. To
connect a device to the video-out port, you’ll need to
purchase a composite video cable.
To connect the device:
1
Connect one end of the video cable to the external video
device.
Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the
location of its video-in port.
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2
Connect the other end of the video port adapter cable to the
video-out port on the left side of the computer.
3
Connect the external device’s power cable to a live electrical
outlet.
4
Turn on the external video device.
5
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the
Display Properties settings. For more information, see
“Directing the display output when you turn on the
computer” on page 59.
Connecting an external monitor or projector
You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your
computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:
1
Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB port on the
back of the computer.
2
Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet.
3
Turn on the external device.
4
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the
Display Properties settings. For more information, see
“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer”
below.
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Once you have connected an external display device, you can
choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or
both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display
output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5):
1
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously.
2
While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting
you want is highlighted.
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The selections available are:
3
❖
Built-in display only
❖
Built-in display and external device simultaneously
❖
External device only
❖
Built-in display and TV (or other external video device)
simultaneously (only when in dual controller mode)
❖
TV (or other external video device) only
Release the Fn key for the selection to take effect.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings
using the Display Properties Box.
Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start,
then Control Panel and clicking Display. Choose the
Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display
Device, select the applicable Monitor type, click Apply or
OK.
For more information on switching the display output, see
“Connecting the display device” on page 159.
Adjusting the quality of the external display
To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other
video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings.
See the video device documentation for additional configuration
steps.
TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use one of the
simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the
internal display panel to match the resolution of the
external display device. The external display device must
support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher.
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Using an external keyboard
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Video limitations
Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the
capabilities of the external video device.
❖
If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is
capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480
and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the
desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the “lost”
area by scrolling to it.
❖
Since most televisions and video projectors overscan by 15 to
20 percent, some of the desktop will be outside the viewing
area. You can view the edge of the desktop by scrolling to it.
❖
If you use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display
output with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the
display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the
image on the internal display panel may appear stretched.
Using an external keyboard
If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your
computer. The computer’s PS/2 mouse/keyboard port supports
any PS/2-compatible keyboard.
Make sure the computer is off before you attach the
external keyboard. Connecting an external keyboard with
the computer’s power on can damage the external
keyboard, the computer, or both.
If you connect a PS/2 keyboard to the computer while it
is in Standby mode, you will not be able to use the
keyboard when you turn the computer on.
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HINT: You can only connect one PS/2 device at a time,
unless you purchase an optional Y-cable. Connecting a
Y-cable to the computer’s PS/2 port allows you to
connect a PS/2-compatible mouse and a PS/2compatible keyboard simultaneously. Alternatively, you
can connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the USB
ports.
Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key
An external keyboard does not have the Fn key contained on the
Satellite M20 computer’s built-in keyboard. If you use the
computer’s hot keys or have set up key combinations in Fn-esse®,
you’ll probably miss these features when using an external
keyboard. Do not worry: you can use a key combination on the
external keyboard to emulate the Fn key. You can set up this key
combination through the Windows Control Panel Toshiba
HWSetup icon. For more information about Hardware Setup, see
“Toshiba Hardware Setup” on page 176.
Using a mouse
You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in
pointing device, the AccuPoint II. You can use a serial mouse, PS/
2-compatible mouse, or a USB mouse.
TECHNICAL NOTE: A serial mouse disables the
AccuPoint II. With a PS/2 mouse, you can choose to
have the AccuPoint II active at the same time.
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Using a mouse
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Connecting a serial mouse
To connect a serial mouse, connect the mouse cable to the serial
port at the back of the computer. Once connected, the mouse is
ready to use.
Refer to your mouse documentation for configuration information.
Connecting a USB mouse
To connect a USB mouse, connect the mouse cable to the USB
port on the computer. Once connected, the mouse is ready to use.
Connecting a PS/2 mouse
Make sure the computer is off before you attach the
mouse. Connecting a PS/2 mouse with the computer’s
power on can damage the mouse, the computer, or both.
If you are connecting a mouse after you have started using the
computer, begin at step 1. Otherwise proceed to step 2.
1
Click Start, Turn Off Computer, then select Turn Off.
The operating system shuts off the computer.
2
Attach the PS/2 mouse cable to the PS/2 port on the computer.
HINT: Using an optional Y-cable allows you to connect a
PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard to the PS/2 port
simultaneously.
3
Refer to your mouse documentation for configuration
information.
To use both the PS/2 mouse and the AccuPoint II, set this up when
you have loaded the operating system.
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Using a PS/2 mouse simultaneously with AccuPoint II
When you connect a PS/2-compatible mouse to the PS/2 port, you
may use the mouse, the AccuPoint II, or both.
When connecting any PS/2 device, turn off your
computer to prevent any possible hardware damage.
If you connect a PS/2 mouse to the computer while it is
in Standby mode, you will not be able to use the mouse
when you turn the computer on.
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
Click the Toshiba HWSetup icon.
3
Select the Pointing Devices tab.
4
Under Pointing Devices Options, select one:
❖
Auto-selected — configures the PS/2 mouse to work
when it is connected at power on, or the AccuPoint II to
work otherwise. Auto-selected is normally the default
option.
❖
Simultaneous — configures both the AccuPoint II mouse
and PS/2 mouse to work with the computer at the same
time. You must reboot the computer for the settings to
take effect.
HINT: When Auto-selected is the default, the computer
can not detect a PS/2 mouse if you connect it after
booting the computer.
This can be changed in Toshiba Hardware Setup.
5
Click OK.
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Connecting a local printer
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A message appears stating “The changes will take effect next
time the machine is rebooted. Reboot the machine now?”
6
Click Yes.
The computer reboots, and the PS/2 mouse is activated.
Connecting a local printer
Read the documentation that came with your printer.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting
a local printer.
You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not
come with your printer, you may purchase one from an
electronics or computer store.
If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure
your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.
Your printer documentation may require you to install the
printer software before physically connecting the printer
to your computer. If you do not install the software as
instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may
not function correctly.
Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s
power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the
computer, or both.
The following instructions assume you have a parallel printer.
To connect the printer:
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1
If the computer is on, turn it off.
If the computer is connected to an AC power source,
disconnect the AC adapter.
Never connect the printer cable while the computer is on.
Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
2
Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s
parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection
guide.
To the computer
To the printer
Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable
3
Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.
4
See your printer documentation for additional configuration
steps.
Setting up your printer
Setting up a printer usually involves selecting a printer driver. This
special program acts as a translator that turns your document into a
form the printer can understand.
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If you are using any non-Windows® programs, set up a printer
driver for each of those programs. Refer to your program’s
documentation for more information.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you have the manufacturer’s disk
that came with your printer, you can use it to install the
printer on your computer. The manufacturer’s disk may
include additional drivers and fonts.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific
installation process. In this case, the Windows® XP
operating system Add Printer Wizard will display an error
message. If this happens, refer to your printer installation
guide for further instructions.
To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard:
1
Click Start, and click Printers and Faxes.
The operating system opens a Printers and Faxes window.
Sample Printers and Faxes window
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2
Click Add Printer.
The Add Printer Wizard appears.
Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box
3
Click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the
Windows® XP operating system recognizes it
automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this
section. See your printer manual.
4
5
If the printer you are setting up:
❖
Is not connected to a network, select Local printer
attached to this computer.
❖
Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a
printer attached to another computer.
Click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard looks for a Plug and Play printer. If it
does not locate one, click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard prompts you for the printer port.
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Connecting a local printer
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Select the port settings according to the instructions in your
printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is
connected, then click Next.
The wizard prompts you to select your printer.
7
From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your
printer, then click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a “friendly”
printer name.
8
Enter a name for your printer.
HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure
the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the
difference.
9
If you want this printer to be:
❖
The default printer, click Yes.
❖
Available when specifically requested, click No.
10 Click Next.
11 Click Finish.
The Windows® XP operating system prints a test page.
12 To complete the setup, click OK.
You are now ready to print. Depending on your program, you
may see various messages indicating the status of your print
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Connecting an external diskette drive
job. For information on printing files, see “Printing your work”
on page 97.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific
installation process. In this case, the Windows® XP
operating system Add Printer Wizard will display an error
message. If this happens, refer to your printer installation
guide for further instructions.
Connecting an external diskette drive
Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette,
require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes.
An external USB diskette drive
To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the
cable to one of the USB ports.
Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive
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Connecting external speakers or headphones
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Connecting external speakers or headphones
To attach an external stereo output device:
1
Locate the headphone jack on the front of the computer.
2
Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the
external audio device into the headphone jack. The
headphone jack requires a 3.5 mm 16-ohm stereo jack.
When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are
automatically disabled.
Connecting a microphone
To record high-quality sounds, you can attach a microphone:
1
Locate the microphone jack on the front of the computer.
2
Plug the microphone cord into the microphone jack.
3
Turn on the microphone.
For more information, see “Recording sounds” on page 145.
Adding memory
HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the
accessories information packaged with your system or
visit toshiba.com.
Your Satellite M20 computer is equipped with up to two memory
module. The two memory slots in this computer provide various
memory configurations. When additional memory is added, or
original memory replaced, it is recommended that you use only
compatible memory. In the event original memory is replaced with
invalid memory, the system will beep and will not boot beyond the
BIOS memory check. A message may display. If this occurs,
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remove the invalid memory and return your machine back to its
original configuration, or contact Toshiba’s support center at
(800) 457-7777 for additional help.
Since your computer was built to order, it should have enough
memory to run your current applications. However, if your
requirements change, you can install extra memory.
Installing a memory module
Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory
expansion slots on the base of the computer. You will need a
standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver for this procedure.
Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off
the computer using the Start menu. If you install or
remove a memory module while the computer is in
Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.
To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a
standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good
condition.
The computer has two memory expansion slots — Slot A and
Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules.
1
Shut down your computer completely using the Shut Down
command. See “Powering down the computer” on
page 107.
2
Unplug the computer.
Installing a memory module with the computer’s power
on may damage the computer, the module, or both.
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3
Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have
connected.
4
Turn the computer upside down.
5
Locate and remove the screws that hold the cover plate in
place, and lift the cover off of the memory module bay.
Removing the memory module cover
Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before
you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface
to discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to
touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the
computer.
6
Remove the new memory module from its antistatic
packaging.
7
Insert the memory module in the slot and gently press it down
into place.
The clips on either side of the module will click to secure the
module.
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Inserting the memory module into the slot
8
Replace the cover plate and the screws.
9
Turn the computer over and restart it.
When you turn on the computer, it automatically recognizes
the additional memory.
Removing a memory module
If you need to remove a memory module:
1
Complete steps 1–6 in “Installing a memory module” to shut
down the computer and open the memory module cover.
2
Pull the clips away from the memory module.
The memory module pops partially out of the slot.
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Pulling the clips away from the memory module
3
Carefully remove the module from the slot.
4
Replace the cover plate and screws.
5
Turn the computer over and restart it.
Using Slim SelectBay® modules
The Slim SelectBay gives you additional flexibility. By inserting
and removing Slim SelectBay modules, you can configure your
computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary
components with you when you travel. For example, any one of
several modules can be used in the Slim SelectBay:
❖
CD-ROM drive
❖
DVD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive can also be used as a
standard CD-ROM drive.
❖
CD-RW drive. A writable/rewritable drive.
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❖
DVD-ROM/CD-RW Multifunction drive with both CD-RW
and DVD drive.
❖
Secondary battery
❖
Secondary hard disk drive (HDD)
HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your
computer can be purchased separately. See the
accessories information packaged with your system or
visit toshiba.com.
®
Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay
Use caution when lifting or turning your computer.
Failure to do so may result in damage to components,
such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the
computer itself.
1
Turn off the computer.
You may also hot swap a module in the Slim SelectBay. Stop
the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon
on the System Tray. After the module is stopped, it is safe to
remove.
2
Slide the Slim SelectBay ejection bar towards the front of the
computer.
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Unlatching the Slim SelectBay
3
Slide the module out of the computer.
Sliding the module out
If you are removing the weight saver, retain it for transporting
the computer when no other module is installed in the
Slim SelectBay.
Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay®
To install a module into the Slim SelectBay, simply slide the
module all the way into the Slim SelectBay.
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Inserting and removing hard drives
Depending upon the original hard drive installed in your computer,
you may wish to increase storage capacity. You may add hard
drive types based on those available for your computer. You can
also additional hard drive space by inserting a drive into the select
bay module.
To change the internal hard drive.
1
Shut down your computer completely using the Shut Down
command. See “Powering down the computer” on
page 107.
2
Unplug the computer.
3
Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have
connected.
4
Turn the computer upside down.
5
Remove the screw on the hard drive cover.
Removing the hard drive cover screw
6
Lift the hard drive bay cover to expose the hard drive.
7
Grasp the plastic tab on the exposed edge of the hard drive
and pull it to remove the hard drive from the computer.
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Removing the hard drive from the computer
8
Install the new hard drive by sliding it into the hard drive bay
and pressing it firmly until it locks. Do not force the drive into
the computer.
Inserting the new hard disk drive
9
Replace the hard drive cover and tighten the screw removed in
step 5 above.
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Inserting and removing PC Cards
Inserting and removing PC Cards
Your Satellite M20 computer comes with two stacked PC Card
slots and supports three types of PC Cards:
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Type I cards — You can install up to two of these cards, one in
each slot.
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Type II cards — You can install up to two of these cards, one
in each slot.
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Type III cards — You can install just one of these cards.
Inserting a PC Card
Use caution when lifting or turning your computer.
Failure to do so may result in damage to components,
such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the
computer itself.
Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that
comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you
insert it.
To insert a PC Card:
1
Turn off the computer.
You may also hot swap a PC Card. Stop the PC Card by
clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System
Tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove.
2
Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer.
3
If the PC Card slots are locked, unlock them by turning the
computer over, locating the PC Card lock and sliding the lock
into the unlocked position.
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Insert the PC Card.
If you have a Type III card, insert it into the lower part of the
slot. If you have a Type I or Type II card, insert it into either
the upper or lower part of the slot.
Inserting a PC Card
5
When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly,
but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do
not force the card into position.
6
To lock the PC Card in its slot, locate the PC Card lock and
slide the lock into the locked position.
To obtain additional security for your computer, see “Using a
computer lock” on page 104
Locking the PC Card
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Connecting Other External Devices
Inserting and removing PC Cards
Removing a PC Card
1
If the PC Card slots are locked, unlock them by turning the
computer over, locating the PC Card lock and sliding it into
the unlocked position
2
Locate the PC Card ejection button that corresponds to the
slot in which your PC Card is installed.
The top tab releases a card in the upper slot. The bottom tab
releases a card in the lower slot.
3
Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it, and push it in
to remove the PC Card.
Press the PC card ejection button once to extend it
The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot.
4
Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot.
Setting up a PC Card for your computer
Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them.
Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards and SCSI adapters,
may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your
PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or
refer to your operating system manual or online help.
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Connecting your modem to a telephone line
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Connecting your modem to a telephone line
Your computer comes with a built-in modem that can be
connected to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
The modem allows you to:
❖
Access the Internet.
❖
Communicate with your office’s local area network (LAN), or
a larger corporate wide area network (WAN).
For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN,
consult your network administrator.
❖
Send a fax directly from your computer.
For more detailed information regarding your computer’s
modem, visit Toshiba’s web site at toshiba.com.
Connecting to a phone line
Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to
connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem
port provides an RJ11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to
a standard voice-grade telephone line.
1
Plug one end of the telephone cable into the modem port on
the back of the computer.
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Connecting your modem to a telephone line
Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port
2
Connect the other end to the RJ11 wall jack.
Connecting to a wall jack
The modem is designed for use with a standard analog
telephone line. Do not connect the modem to a digital
telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.
Now you’re ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an
online service or the Internet.
For more information on using a modem, see “Setting up for
communications” on page 135.
Chapter 4
Learning the Basics
This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important
information about basic features.
Computing tips
❖
Save your work frequently.
Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until
you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down
and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your
battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will
lose all work since you last saved.
See “Saving your work” on page 95 for further information.
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature
that can be activated. This feature saves your file to the
hard disk at preset intervals. See your software
documentation for details.
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❖
Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a
regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them
in a safe place.
It’s easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However,
if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it
unless you have a separate backup copy.
❖
Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to
conserve disk space and improve performance.
❖
Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially
important for files you receive via diskette, email, or
download from the Internet.
❖
Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and
eyestrain.
❖
Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates
a drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to
a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
❖
Before turning off the computer, use the Turn Off Computer
command or Standby command. See “Powering down the
computer” on page 107 to learn more about Standby.
The Windows® XP operating system records
information, such as your desktop setup, during its
shutdown procedure. If you do not let the Windows® XP
operating system shut down normally, details such as
new icon positions may be lost.
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Using the keyboard
Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys,
function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the
functionality of a full-size keyboard.
Keyboard
Character keys
Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a
typewriter, except that:
❖
The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing
over an area of the page.
❖
The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not
interchangeable.
❖
The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not
interchangeable.
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard
Although your computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a
standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys.
A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys,
editing keys, cursor positioning keys, and a numeric keypad.
Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the
specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.
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Your computer’s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key.
Most of the time this doesn’t matter. However, some programs
assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to
the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard.
Using the Fn key you can simulate these separate keys, as follows:
❖
Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the
right side of the enhanced keyboard.
❖
Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on
the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard.
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
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Alt
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the
program you are using. For more information, see your program
documentation.
Function keys
The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12
keys at the top of the keyboard.
The function keys
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute
programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with
the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific
functions on the computer. For more information, see “Fn-esse”
on page 166, or “Hot Keys” on page 215.
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Windows special keys
Start key
Application key
The Windows special keys
Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special
functions in Windows:
❖
Start key—Opens the Start menu
❖
Application key—Has the same function as the secondary
mouse (or AccuPoint II) button
Overlay keys
The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them
form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter
numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key
keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
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Using the overlay to type numeric data
The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric
overlay keys.
To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously.
The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows
when the numeric overlay is on.
You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters
while the numeric overlay is on. To do so:
❖
For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters.
❖
For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you
type the letters.
To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on:
❖
Press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control
overlay keys.
❖
To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.
To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11
again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel
goes out.
Using the overlay for cursor control
The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are
the cursor control overlay keys.
To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10
simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard
indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on.
To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:
❖
For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters.
❖
For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you
type the letters.
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To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is
on:
❖
Hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys.
❖
To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift.
To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and
press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard
indicator panel goes out.
Using the AccuPoint II pointing device
The button in the middle of the keyboard is the AccuPoint II
pointing device. Together with the primary and secondary
AccuPoint II buttons, it provides the same functionality as a
mouse — it enables you to move the cursor and to select items on
the screen.
AccuPoint II pointing device
Programmable buttons
Primary AccuPoint II button
Secondary AccuPoint II button
AccuPoint II pointing system
HINT: If you would rather use a mouse or trackball, you
can connect one to the computer’s serial port, USB port,
or PS/2 port. For information, see “Using a mouse” on
page 151.
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To move the cursor, gently push the AccuPoint II pointing device
in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pushing harder on
the AccuPoint II pointing device moves the cursor faster.
The primary AccuPoint II button corresponds to the primary
(typically left) mouse button. When a step instructs you to click or
choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release
the primary AccuPoint II button. To double-click, press the
primary AccuPoint II button twice in rapid succession.
The secondary button acts as the second (typically right) mouse
button. The function of the secondary AccuPoint II button
depends on the program you are using. Check your program’s
documentation to determine whether it uses the right mouse
button. For more information on programming buttons and keys,
see “Fn-esse” on page 166.
The small left button performs the Internet Back button.
The small right button performs the Universal scroll.
Starting a program
The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of
the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find
the file, use My Computer or Windows® Explorer.
If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You
can:
❖
Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop
❖
Use the Start menu
❖
Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to locate the
program file
❖
Use the Run dialog box
The next three sections explain how to start a program from the
Start menu, Explorer and the Run dialog box.
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Starting a program from the Start menu
When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an
icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon
in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the
Windows® Wordpad program as an example:
1
Click Start, then point to All Programs.
The Windows® XP operating system displays the All
Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If
your program is listed, go to Step 3, otherwise, continue to
Step 2.
2
Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories.
The Accessories menu is displayed.
3
Click the program, in this example, Wordpad.
Wordpad opens.
To close the program, click the Close button in the upperright corner of the program’s window.
Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer
If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it
from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view
of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can
easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer.
To use this method, you should know the file name and location of
the program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe).
This example opens Wordpad using its file name, wordpad.exe.
1
Click Start, then point to All Programs.
2
Click Accessories.
3
Click Windows Explorer.
4
Click My Computer, to expand it.
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5
In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-click
the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.
Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files
folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the
window shows all the folders contained within the Program
Files folder.
6
In the left part of the window, click Windows XP.
7
Click Accessories.
Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories
folder on the right side of the window.
8
In the right part of the window, double-click Wordpad.
The operating system opens Wordpad.
To close the program, click the Close button in the upperright corner of the program’s window.
Starting a program from the Run dialog box
This example uses the Run command to start Wordpad:
1
Click Start, then click Run.
The Run dialog box appears.
Sample Run dialog box
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In the Run dialog box:
❖
If you know the program’s location, type the command
line. For a program in the Windows® folder, type just the
program name. Otherwise type the full file path, then
click OK.
❖
If you do not know the location, click Browse....
In the Browse dialog box, enter the file name (for
example wordpad.exe) and select the drive to search.
When the operating system has found the file, click
Open.
HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to
the right of the text box and select the command line
from the drop-down list.
Saving your work
Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk
drive or a diskette. This is an important aspect of computing.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are
using the Standby command, in case the main battery
discharges before you return to work.
Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in
the habit of saving frequently.
Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular
intervals. Check your program’s documentation to see if it has an
automatic save feature.
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Saving files
1
On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save.
If you are working with a document that already has a file
name, that’s all there is to it. If you created a new document,
your program displays a Save As dialog box.
Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document
and to give it a file name.
A sample Save As dialog box
2
Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be
stored.
3
Type a file name, then click Save.
HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently
working with, choose Save As from the File menu and
give the new file a different name.
The Windows® XP operating system supports file names of
up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some
applications still require MS-DOS® file names.
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File names
If you plan to share your files with a computer using a preWindows® 95 version of the Windows® operating system, the file
name must be no more than eight characters long. Typically the
file name also has an extension, consisting of a period and up to
three additional characters.
You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus
these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. MS-DOS® file
names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces.
Using a file extension
Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies
the file as being created in the program with a particular format.
For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension.
Any file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a
Microsoft® Word file. Creating your own extension is usually
unwise, since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange
extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly.
Printing your work
Your computer must be connected to the printer before you can
print. Depending on your type of printer, you may also need to
install printer software (drivers). For more information see
“Connecting a local printer” on page 65.
HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time
you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are
changing printers, you will need to set up the
Windows® XP operating system to run with the
additional printer(s).
If you are connected to the printer and have installed the necessary
printer software, you are ready to print.
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To print a file:
1
If your printer is not on, turn it on now.
2
Open the File menu of your Windows® program and click
Print.
The program displays a Print dialog box.
A sample Print dialog box
3
Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages
and number of copies to print.
4
Click Print.
Using a compact disc drive
Your Satellite M20 computer may have a DVD-ROM drive or
Multifunction drive.
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If a DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive is not currently installed in
the Slim SelectBay, follow the instructions in “Using Slim
SelectBay® modules” on page 75.
HINT: Your DVD-ROM drive is set to play Region 1
(North America) DVD-ROMs.
Drive in-use indicator light
Eject button
Manual eject hole
A DVD/CD-ROM drive
Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the CD-ROM or
DVD-ROM drive is in use.
Eject button—Press to release the disc tray. The eject button does
not function when the computer’s power is off.
Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer
while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing
so could damage the disc or the drive.
When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the
lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive
to malfunction.
Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc tray when
the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow
object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole.
Never use a pencil to press the eject button. Pencil lead
can break off inside the computer and damage it.
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Inserting compact discs
To insert a compact disc into the DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive:
1
Make sure the computer is turned on.
2
Make sure the in-use indicator light is off.
3
Press the DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive’s eject button.
The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).
HINT: The drive will not open if the computer’s power is
off.
4
Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.
The drive tray fully extended
5
Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.
If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CDs
and DVDs” on page 102.
6
Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.
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Positioning the disc in the drive
7
Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until you feel it
click into place.
Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact only
with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface
of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle
the discs, you could lose data.
8
Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying
flat on the tray.
If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If
this happens, contact your Toshiba support for
assistance.
9
Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the
tray until it clicks into place.
You are ready to use the disc.
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Removing compact discs
To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned
on:
1
Press the eject button on the drive.
Do not press the eject button while the in-use indicator
light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the
drive.
Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc
tray, wait for it to stop spinning before you remove it.
2
Pull the tray until it is fully open, remove the disc, and place it
in its protective cover.
3
Gently push the tray in to close it.
To remove a compact disc with the computer turned off:
1
Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into
the manual eject hole.
2
Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc,
and place it in its protective cover.
3
Gently push the tray in to close it.
Caring for CDs and DVDs
❖
Store your discs in their original containers to protect them
from scratches and keep them clean.
❖
Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.
❖
Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of a disc.
❖
Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface
can prevent the DVD-ROM drive from reading the data
properly.
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❖
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold.
❖
To clean a disc that is dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. The
most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of
the disc and wipe toward the outward edge (not in a circle). If
necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner
(not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely
before inserting it in the drive.
Using PC Cards
TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards,
check the package to make sure they conform to the
PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work
with your computer, but are likely to be much more
difficult to set up and use.
For information on inserting or removing a PC Card, see
“Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page 80.
Hot swapping
With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while
the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.”
Hot swapping precautions
Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, remember not to
remove a card while it is in use. Otherwise, you could lose
valuable information. For example:
❖
Do not remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing
it.
❖
Do not remove a network card while you are connected to a
network.
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Do not remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices
connected to it are operating.
Before removing a PC Card, stop it by clicking the Safely
Remove Hardware icon on the System Tray. After the PC Card is
stopped, it is safe to remove.
Using your computer at the office
By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard,
and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a
standard office computer.
An external monitor or projector connects to the RGB port.
An external PS/2-compatible keyboard or a PS/2 mouse connects
to the PS/2 port. An optional Y-cable lets you connect both devices
to the port simultaneously.
Any serial device can connect to the serial port.
Using a computer lock
For your own peace of mind, you may want to secure your
computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to
®
do this is to purchase an optional PORT Noteworthy Computer
Lock Cable.
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PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable
To secure the computer:
1
Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.
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Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable
off the object.
2
Pass the locking end through the loop.
3
Slide the PC Card lock (located underneath the PC Card slots)
to secure your PC Cards in place.
4
Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on the
computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it.
The computer is now securely locked. Also, any device in the
PC Card slots are now secured to the computer by the locking
mechanism.
Locking the computer
Caring for your computer
This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For
information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see
“Running the computer on battery power” on page 118.
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Cleaning the computer
Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the
computer’s keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never
use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the
computer.
To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and
exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba
dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.
Moving the computer
Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure
all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing)
and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.
Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by
the back (where the ports are located).
Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable
shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips.
You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer,
through the accessories information packaged with your system,
or visit toshiba.com.
Backing up your work
Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your
computer. If you have a network partition, you can hold copies of
your files there.
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Alternatively, you can back up your files using a writable CDROM or Multifunction drive, or to diskette one at a time as you are
working on them.
Preparing for communications
To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate
across the telephone lines with another computer, you may need:
❖
A modem (supplied with your computer)
❖
A telephone line
❖
A browser or communications program
❖
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or an online service if you
plan to use the Internet
Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard
voice-grade telephone line. See “Connecting your modem to a
telephone line” on page 83 for details.
Powering down the computer
Pushing the power button before shutting down the
Windows® operating system could cause you to lose
your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk
light and the drive-in-use light are off. If you turn off the
power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data
or damage the disk and/or drive.
When you power down the computer, you have three options to
choose from: Turn Off Computer, Standby, and Hibernation.
You can set the computer to turn on automatically at a time you
designate. This option is helpful for transferring files by modem at
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night. You can set the computer to turn on and send or receive the
files while you are asleep. This option is called Auto Power On.
TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these options
to power down your computer, save your files and make
sure the disk activity lights are off.
If you change your mind and decide to continue working
after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer
on again.
Using Turn Off Computer
The Turn Off or Shut down command shuts the computer down
completely. Use the Turn Off command when you are not
connected to a domain server. Use the Shut down command when
you are connected to a server.
When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test and loads
the operating system. You must open any programs and files you
want to use.
Factors when choosing Turn Off or Shut down:
❖
No power is used while the computer is shut down. This is the
most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer
for an extended time.
❖
Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time
and battery power.
❖
When starting up again, the system does not automatically
open programs and files you were using.
To power down the computer using the Turn Off Computer
command, click Start, Turn Off Computer, and select Turn Off.
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Sample Turn Off Computer Windows dialog box
The computer shuts down completely.
Holding the shift key while the Turn Off computer
Windows dialog box is open, changes the Stand By
button to hibernate. For more information about setting
up hibernation “Using Standby” on page 113.
Shutting down more quickly
In addition, you can shut down the computer by either pressing the
power button or closing the display panel.
To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in
Toshiba’s Power Saver utility.
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
3
In the Running on batteries section, click the Details button,
then the System Power Mode tab.
4
Select the options you want from the drop-down lists.
❖
When I press the power button
Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut
down when you press the power button.
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Sample system power mode settings
5
Click the Override all Modes with settings here button.
❖
Click DC only to apply the settings only when you are using
battery power.
❖
Click All to apply the settings whenever when you are using
battery power or outlet power.
6
Click OK,
7
Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.
For more information about the Power Saver utility, see
“Toshiba Power Saver utility” on page 179.
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Starting again after Shut down
To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/
off light changes to green.
If you shut down the computer by closing the display panel, you
can start it again by opening the display panel.
Using Hibernation
Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first
saves the current mode of the computer to the hard disk. Since
Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved
information, the system settings are retained indefinitely.
Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than
restoring it from memory. When you start up again, the computer
runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the
mode in which you left it.
Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation:
❖
While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery
power
❖
Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk, no
data is lost if the main battery discharges
❖
When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and
battery power than does Turn Off Computer
❖
Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more time and
battery power to start up than restarting from Standby,
because information is being retrieved from the hard disk
rather than from memory
❖
When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in
which you left it, including all open programs and files you
were using
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Configuring your computer for Hibernation:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
3
In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button.
4
Click the System Power Mode tab.
5
Select Hibernation for the options you want.
❖
When I press the power button
Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go
into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.
❖
When I close the lid
Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go
into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel.
6
Click the Override all Modes with settings here button.
❖
Click DC only to apply the settings only when you are using
battery power.
❖
Click All to apply the settings whenever when you are using
battery power or outlet power.
7
Click OK.
8
Click the Hibernate tab, and then click the Enable hibernate
support checkbox (this is the default setting).
9
Click Apply.
10 Click OK.
11 Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.
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The computer is now set to automatically go into Hibernation
when your option settings occur.
For more information about the Power Saver utility, see
“Toshiba Power Saver utility” on page 179.
Once the computer is configured, put the computer into
Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing
the display panel, depending on the hibernation options taken.
Starting again from Hibernation mode
To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power
button until the on/off light turns green. The computer returns to
the screen you were using.
If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the
display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel.
Using Standby
The Standby command puts the computer into a power-saving
mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in memory
so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working
from where you left off.
Factors to consider when choosing Standby:
❖
While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery
power. A fully charged main battery will last up to eight hours
in Standby mode.
❖
Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power
than restarting from Turn Off Computer or Hibernation.
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When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in
which you left it, including all open programs and files you
were using.
If you power down using the Standby command and the
main battery discharges fully, your information will be
lost. Be sure to save your work first.
To power down the computer using the Standby command, click
Start, Turn Off Computer, and select Stand By.
Sample Turn Off Computer Windows® dialog box
If you hold down the shift key, StandBy becomes
Hibernate in the Turn Off Computer dialog box. To enter
hibernation mode, hold down the shift key while you
select Hibernate.
The computer saves the status of all open programs and files, turns
off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light
blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode.
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Going into Standby mode more quickly
In addition, you can put the computer into Standby mode by either
pressing the power button or closing the display panel. You can
also specify an amount of time after which the computer
automatically goes into Standby mode.
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in
Toshiba’s Power Saver utility.
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
3
In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button, then
select the System Power Mode tab.
4
Select Standby for the options you want.
❖
When I press the power button
Set this option to Standby to put the computer into
Standby mode when you press the power button.
❖
When I close the lid
Set this option to Standby to put the computer into
Standby mode when you close the display panel.
5
Click Override all Modes with settings here.
6
In the Set to range dialog box, click on one of these options:
7
❖
Click DC only to apply the settings only when you are
using battery power.
❖
Click All to apply the settings whether you are using
battery power or outlet power.
Click OK.
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Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.
For more information about the Power Saver utility, see
“Toshiba Power Saver utility” on page 179.
Starting again from Standby mode
To start up the computer from Standby mode, press the power
button until the on/off light changes to green. The computer
returns to the screen you were using.
If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the display
panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel.
Toshiba’s online resources
Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can
connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products,
give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with
future upgrades. For more information, see “Contacting
Toshiba” on page 210.
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Toshiba’s energy-saver design
Your computer enters a low-power mode when it is not being
used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process.
It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency.
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba.
We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your
computer to operate at is maximum energy efficiency, so that you
can use it for longer periods of time while traveling.
For more information on managing your power usage, see
“Power usage modes in Windows XP” on page 129.
This chapter covers all the aspects of using your computer on
battery power.
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Running the computer on battery power
The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-ion) battery
pack that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet.
This is the main battery. You can recharge it many times.
Battery Notice
To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity,
operate the computer on battery power at least once a month
until the battery is fully discharged. Please see “Maximizing
battery life” on page 126 for procedures. If the computer is
continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC
adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for
an extended period (more than a month) the battery may fail
to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and
the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.
In addition to the main battery, you may also have a second battery
installed in the Slim SelectBay. If you travel and need to work for
many hours without an AC power source, you may purchase a
battery module for use in the computer’s Slim SelectBay, or carry
additional charged battery packs with you.
The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery.
The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system
configuration settings and the current time and date information. It
maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is
turned off.
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Charging the batteries
To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the
computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether
the computer is on or off.
The main battery light ( ) glows amber while the battery is being
charged, and glows green when it is fully charged.
The battery may not start charging immediately under the
following conditions:
❖
The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery
charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room
temperature.
❖
The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power
connected and the battery should begin charging after a few
minutes.
The main battery charges the RTC battery.
During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery
adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose its
charge completely, especially if you’ve had the computer turned
off for a long time.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge
while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is
attached.
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Monitoring battery power
The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the
main battery’s current charge:
❖
Green indicates the AC adapter has fully charged the battery.
❖
Amber indicates the AC adapter is charging the battery.
❖
Off indicates that the battery is not being charged.
Battery life and charge time may vary depending upon
power management settings, applications and features
used.
❖
Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using battery
power, and the battery’s charge is running low.
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( )
with the on/off light ( ). When the on/off light flashes
amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using
Windows® XP Standby command).
Displaying remaining battery power
You can monitor the battery’s remaining charge. The computer
calculates the remaining battery charge as it operates, based on
your current rate of power use.
To show remaining power:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box appears.
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Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box
The Power Save Modes tab displays the remaining amount of time
for each of the different power usage modes.
With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity will
gradually decrease. A frequently used older battery will not power
the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully
charged.
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HINT: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the
computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery
power. The computer needs this time to check the
battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations.
The computer drains battery power more quickly at low
temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if
you’re working in temperatures below 50 degrees
Fahrenheit.
The Windows® operating system has additional power
management options that can be accessed through an icon in the
Control Panel. For more information, see “Toshiba Power Saver
utility” on page 179.
What to do when the battery alarm sounds
Your Satellite M20 computer can be configured to warn you of a
low battery charge condition so you may take the necessary steps
to save your work.
You Windows® operating system offers two alarms before your
system shuts down.
To change the default alarm settings:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
3
Select the appropriate Running on Batteries option.
4
Click the Details... button.
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Select the Alarms tab and adjust the settings to suit your
needs.
Before your computer runs out of battery power, save your data
and take one of the following actions:
❖
Suspend or shut down your computer.
❖
Shut down your computer and replace the main battery with a
charged one.
❖
Install a secondary battery module in the computer’s
SelectBay.
❖
Connect your computer to an AC power source.
Changing batteries
When handling battery packs, don’t drop or knock them.
Also be careful not to damage the casing or short-circuit
the terminals.
To change the battery:
1
Save your work.
2
Shut down and turn off the computer.
3
Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4
Turn the computer over.
5
If the battery lock is in the locked position (towards the center
of the computer), slide it towards the edge of the computer to
unlock it.
6
Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.
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Battery release latch
7
Pull the discharged battery module out of the computer.
Removing the discharged battery
If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on
protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately
following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries” on
page 127.
8
Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks.
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The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install
it with reverse polarity.
If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the
battery release lock to the unlocked position and try
again. Do not force the battery into position.
9
Reset the battery lock to the locked position.
10 Turn the computer right side up.
11 Reconnect any cables.
12 Restart the computer.
Taking care of your battery
The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your
battery and prolong its life.
Safety precautions
❖
If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes
color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the
computer’s power immediately and disconnect the power
cord from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery
pack from the computer.
❖
Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.
❖
Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging
will shorten its life, and reverse charging could damage it.
❖
Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another
metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can cause it to
overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the
computer.
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❖
Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to
explode and release toxic materials.
❖
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use
protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
❖
To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you
can purchase through toshiba.com.
❖
Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries. The
main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in
reverse polarity.
❖
Charge the battery pack only in the computer or in a battery
charger designated as an approved option.
❖
When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click
when it is seated properly.
❖
Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could
explode.
Maximizing battery life
To maximize the life of your battery pack:
❖
At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power
source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack
fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below:
1
Turn off the computer’s power.
2
Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer’s
power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.
3
Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes.
If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating
time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully
discharged. If the battery light LED flashes or there is
some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4.
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4
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power
cord to a power outlet. The DC IN or AC power-light
LED should glow green, and the Battery LED should
glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being
charged. If the DC IN or AC power-light indicator does
not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the
connections for the AC adapter and power cord.
5
Charge the battery pack until the Battery LED glows
green.
❖
If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.
❖
If you will not be using the system for an extended period,
more than one month, remove the battery pack.
❖
Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged.
Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.
❖
If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight
hours, disconnect the AC adapter.
❖
Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Disposing of used batteries
The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the battery
pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly
after you have fully recharged the battery.
You must discard a battery pack if it has become damaged.
The computer uses a lithium ion battery, which can
explode if not handled or disposed of properly. Putting
spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it
may also be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by
local ordinances or regulations.
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Your company may have a procedure for disposing of used
batteries safely. Otherwise, the materials that came with your
computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries.
If not, check with your local government for information on where
to recycle or dispose of old batteries.
If you cannot find the information you need, contact your network
administrator for assistance.
Conserving power
How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using
the computer depends on a number of factors, such as:
❖
How the computer is configured.
❖
How much you use the hard disk, DVD-ROM/CD-ROM, and
diskette drives, or other optional devices.
❖
Where you are working, since operating time decreases at low
temperatures.
There are various ways in which you can conserve power and
extend the operating time of your battery:
❖
Enable Standby or Hibernation, which saves power when you
turn off the computer and turn it back on again.
❖
Use Toshiba’s power-saving options.
These power-saving options control the way in which the
computer is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase
the length of time you can use the computer before you need to
recharge the battery.
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage
modes. Using one of these modes lets you choose between
maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may
also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
The following sections describe how to choose a power usage
mode and discuss each power-saving option.
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Power usage modes in Windows XP
In Windows® XP, you can choose from predefined power usage
modes or select your own combination of power management
options. To do this:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
3
Open the Power Save Modes tab and set your options.
For more information, see “Toshiba Power Saver utility” on
page 179.
Using a hot key to set the power usage mode
You may use a hot key to set the power usage mode.
To set the power usage mode:
1
Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage
pop-up window.
Sample Power usage mode pop-up window
2
While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the
desired power usage mode.
The power usage modes under battery power are:
Long Life, Normal, High Power, DVD-Playback,
Presentation, and Super Long Life.
The power usage mode under AC power is Full Power only.
3
Release the Fn key.
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The pop-up window disappears. You’re now in the selected
mode.
For more information on setting the battery power usage mode,
see “Toshiba Power Saver utility” on page 179.
Additional options for power
Depending on the amount of time you spend away from external
power sources, the capacity of one battery pack may be sufficient
for your needs. However, if you need more portable power,
Toshiba provides these options:
❖
Purchase extra battery packs.
❖
Install a secondary battery module in the Slim SelectBay. See
“Using Slim SelectBay® modules” on page 75
❖
Purchase a battery charger that charges one main battery pack
and one secondary battery module at a time.
Chapter 6
Exploring Your Options
In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of
your Satellite M20 notebook computer.
Exploring the desktop
The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the
Windows® XP. You use its features to start programs, find
documents, set up system components, and perform most other
computing tasks.
HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear
slightly different from the screens displayed by your
system. The differences are not significant and do not
indicate any change in the functionality of your system.
Finding your way around the desktop
Common desktop features include icons, the Start button, and the
taskbar.
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Icons
Start button
Taskbar
Sample Windows® XP operating system desktop
Icons
An icon represents a file or program that can be quickly activated
by double-clicking the icon. The icons initially displayed on your
Windows® XP operating system desktop include:
Recycle Bin — Holds files you’ve deleted. You may be able to
retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it
does not go into the Recycle Bin. For more information
on the Recycle Bin, see Windows® Help.
Internet Explorer — The Microsoft® browser that provides access
to the Internet.
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Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your
configuration. See Windows® XP online Help for more specific
information on each icon and how to use it.
Start button
You use the Start button to:
❖
Start programs
❖
Access Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system update
information
❖
Open documents
❖
Adjust system settings
❖
Find files
❖
Access Windows® Help
❖
Run programs
❖
Suspend system activity and shut down the computer
Taskbar
Each time you open a program, a button associated with that
program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button
appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open.
You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs
or windows.
To make a program or window the currently active one, click the
associated taskbar button.
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You can personalize the taskbar to include not only shortcut icons
but also your favorite Internet URL addresses.
DEFINITION: URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator,
which is the address that defines the route to a file on the
Web or any other Internet facility. Generically, it is known
as the Web site address.
System tray
The System tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run
continuously in the background. To learn more about each task,
position the cursor over the icon for a few moments and a short
description of the task appears.
Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time, Power usage
mode, Mouse properties, and speaker volume.
To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System
tray icon.
Exchanging data with another computer
To transfer a large amount of information between computers, you
can use the Windows® XP Briefcase, or a specialized
synchronization program and the computer’s parallel port.
Transferring files
You can transfer files to another computer using your infrared port,
or with an adapter cable.
To transfer files through the parallel port, you need an optional
LapLink® compatible parallel cable.
To transfer files:
1
Connect the cable.
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2
Load the transfer program on both computers.
3
Set any specific options.
4
Start the transfer.
5
When you have finished transferring files, close the programs
on both computers.
Getting help transferring files
1
Click Start, then Help and Support.
2
Click the Index icon on the toolbar.
3
In the dialog box, type direct cable connection.
4
Follow the online guide instructions.
Setting up for communications
In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or
communicate across the telephone lines with another computer,
you need:
❖
A modem (one comes with your Satellite M20 computer)
❖
A telephone line
❖
A browser or communications program
❖
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you
plan to use the Internet
Determining the COM port
Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM
(communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is
COM3.
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The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to
either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings.
DEFINITION: Although the terms are often used
interchangeably, the serial port and COM port are really
two different things. The serial port is the physical port
on the back of the computer. The COM port is a unique
identifier the computer uses to communicate with the
serial port or other serial devices.
If you’re having trouble connecting through the modem, you may
need to determine the current COM port name and possibly
change it.
To find out which port your modem is connected to:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers & Other
Hardware.
2
Click Phone and Modem Options.
The Phone and Modem Options Properties dialog box
displays.
3
Click the Modems tab.
Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer’s
COM ports.
4
Make a note of the COM port number.
5
To verify that the modem is set up properly, select the modem
you wish to check and then click Properties to bring up the
dialog box with information specific to that modem.
6
Click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem.
Windows XP communicates with the modem and displays
identifying information reported by the modem. If Windows
XP cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error
message. If you receive an error message, consult the
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troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP
documentation.
7
Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific
modem.
8
Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box.
9
Close the Control Panel.
Connecting the modem to a telephone line
Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard
voice-grade telephone line. For more information, see
“Connecting to a phone line” on page 83.
Connecting your computer to a network
You can connect your computer to a network to increase its
capabilities and functionality using one of its communication
ports.
Accessing a network
To access a network:
❖
At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on
your computer. For specific information about connecting to
the network, consult your network administrator.
❖
While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up
connection. Ask your network administrator for the telephone
number of the network.
❖
To wirelessly access a network, you need an optional wireless
™
networking PC Card or an optional Wi-Fi module. For more
information about wireless networking, refer to your wireless
network device documentation or contact your authorized
Toshiba service provider.
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Setting up the connection
To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator
for network settings and additional considerations.
To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard:
1
Click Start and point to All Programs.
2
Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click
New Connection Wizard.
3
Enter the phone number of your network connection and let
the program dial the number.
The computer connects to the network.
Using the Ethernet LAN Port
When your computer starts, Windows attempts to contact a
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. If the
computer is not connected to a network, it may pause a few
minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can
reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port.
To disable the LAN port:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the System icon.
3
Click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager
button.
4
Select the network adapter in Network Adapters.
5
Click the Properties icon on the toolbar.
6
Select the Do not use this device (disable) option from the
Device usage drop-down.
7
Click OK.
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Your LAN port is now disabled.
To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps one through four.
Select the Use this device (enable) check box, and click OK.
Setting up a wireless connection
For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to
your wireless networking device documentation or your network
administrator.
Accessing the wireless modules using your
computer’s system tray
The following information is for systems which have integrated
wireless modules.
™
When using your Wi-Fi Mini PC module, your computer may
display a Safely Remove Hardware icon in the desktop’s system
tray to indicate that it is in use. Do not confuse the system tray’s
icon with other removable PC Card devices you may have
installed.
You can use the system tray’s Safely Remove Hardware icon to
™
turn off your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. However, if you do so you
will need to restart the computer in order to reactivate the module.
™
Your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is integrated into your computer
system. It is recommended that you do not remove the module
from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless
Authorized Service Provider.
An overview of using the Internet
The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet
and some of its exciting features, under these headings:
❖
The Internet
❖
The World Wide Web
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Internet Service Providers
❖
Connecting to the Internet
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Surfing the Internet
❖
Internet features
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Uploading and downloading files from the Internet
The Internet
The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and
millions of computers around the world connected by
communications lines. They all work together to share
information.
The World Wide Web
The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet — a
collection of interlinked documents (located on computers
connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific
Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).
The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or
video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special
programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work
with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to a particular network
address and send and receive information.
Internet Service Providers
To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and
businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a
company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines
necessary to maintain an Internet connection.
You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem
or through other higher-speed communication methods such as
Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links.
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Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet, you need:
❖
A modem and telephone line, or a LAN connection
❖
A Web browser
❖
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account
The Microsoft® Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically
configured on your system so that when you first start it, it guides
you through signing up for a new ISP account, or assists you in
setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP.
Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect to the
Internet.
1
Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line.
For more information on connecting a modem, see
“Connecting your modem to a telephone line” on
page 83.
2
Start your Web browser. Have your modem dial the ISP’s
telephone number, and establish a connection with the ISP’s
computer.
If you are using your computer at the office, then you probably
connect to the Internet through your company’s network. See your
network administrator about connecting to the Internet.
Surfing the Internet
Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home
page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your
company’s Web site home page.
To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web
address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique
identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet. Web
addresses can also appear within a Web page’s text, and are known
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as links. Clicking a link automatically transfers your Web browser
to that site.
You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed
to help you look for information.
Internet features
The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help
you perform many tasks.
❖
Internet email
To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox
on the Web, or an email address.
If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up
an email address at the same time you sign up for the service.
❖
Internet chat rooms
A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people
with similar interests and ideas communicate in real-time,
one-on-one or in groups, by typing messages which are
instantly viewed by others on their computer screens.
❖
Internet news groups
A newsgroup is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a
dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with
others in real-time, it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where
all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board.
❖
Online shopping
Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.
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Uploading and downloading files from the Internet
Transferring files from one computer to another is termed
uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the
Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to
your computer).
There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as
simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you can use
the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to
transfer large amounts of data.
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Your computer comes with Windows Media Player software.
This provides an easy-to-use, full-featured multimedia control
center.
You can use your computer to record sounds using an external
microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the
built-in speakers, headphones or external speakers.
Playing an audio CD
Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The CD begins to play.
If the computer is turned on, Windows Media™ Player opens and
the CD begins to play. You can use the Windows Media™ Player
program to control the CD.
To access the Windows Media™ Player, you can open it through
the Start menu or activate it from the taskbar.
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Sample Windows Media™ Player screen
The CD Player control panel works much like an ordinary
compact disc player:
❖
To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button on the
CD Player control panel.
❖
To stop the CD, click the Stop button.
Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn
the volume dial down. Playing the CD with the volume
set too high could damage your ears.
Playing CDs using Auto-Run
If you insert a CD into the CD drive and the Auto-Run feature
does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD
manually. To do this, follow these steps:
1
Open the Start menu and select My Computer.
2
Click the CD/DVD drive icon.
The disk drive will run the CD.
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If your disk does not run using this method, try using an
application that is associated with the media on the disk. For
example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player and
point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the
associated software to open the files on the disk.
Creating a CD
Your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or Multifunction
drive that allows you to:
❖
Play pre-recorded DVDs
❖
Play pre-recorded CDs
❖
Read and write files (including music) to a CD-Recordable
(CD-R) or CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) disc.
For details on how to use the software, please refer to the
respective Online Help menus.
Recording sounds
You may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external
microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack.
DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is a
Windows® format for storing sound.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you will only
be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3
files.
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1
Connect an external microphone to the computer.
2
Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories,
Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder.
Positioning
bar
Record
Stop
Play
Skip forward
Skip backward
Sample Sound Recorder screen
3
Click the Record button.
4
Speak normally into the microphone.
5
When you’ve finished recording, click the Stop button.
The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a
waveform.
You can only record 60 seconds at a time.
6
To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button.
7
To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
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Adjusting recording quality
The better the quality of the recording, the more disk space the
sound file requires. Experiment to find a balance that fits your
needs.
1
Open Sound Recorder, if necessary. (Click Start, point to All
Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound
Recorder.)
2
In the Sound Recorder window, click Edit, then click Audio
Properties.
3
In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Recording
Volume, Preferred device, and Preferred quality.
4
Click OK.
Your new settings take effect the next time you record.
Using external speakers or headphones
Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with
internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can
connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require
an external power source. Other types of speakers will be
inadequate to produce sound from the computer.
To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones:
1
Locate the headphone jack on the computer.
2
Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the
headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack.
The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack.
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To adjust the volume:
❖
For external speakers, use the volume controls on each
speaker.
❖
For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial.
Chapter 7
Expansion Options
Your computer is designed to work in the office as well as on the
road. This chapter explains how to set up the various optional
devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a
traditional desktop computer.
Devices for office computing
By connecting optional devices such as an external monitor, a fullsize keyboard and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if
it were a standard office computer.
You can connect any of these optional devices:
❖
Expansion memory modules
❖
Standard 101-key keyboard
❖
Traditional mouse or trackball
❖
Printer
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External monitor
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PC Cards
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Some are Toshiba devices, others are standard computer
components. The devices manufactured by Toshiba can be
purchased through Toshiba’s Web site: toshiba.com, or through the
accessories information packaged with your computer.
Connecting external (optional) devices
You can connect an external PS/2 keyboard or a PS/2 mouse
through the PS/2 port on the back of your computer. If you use an
optional Y-cable, you can connect both a mouse and a keyboard to
the port.
You can connect a serial mouse through the serial port on the back
of your computer.
You can connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the USB ports on
the back of your computer.
You can connect a local parallel printer through the parallel port on
the back of your computer.
You can connect an external monitor through the video-out port on
the back of your computer.
Using an external keyboard
If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your
computer. The computer’s PS/2 mouse/keyboard port supports
any PS/2-compatible keyboard.
Make sure the computer is off before you attach the
external keyboard. Connecting an external keyboard with
the computer’s power on can damage the external
keyboard, the computer, or both.
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If you connect a PS/2 keyboard to the computer while it
is in Standby mode, you will not be able to use the
keyboard when you turn the computer on.
You can only connect one PS/2 device at a time, unless you use an
optional Y-cable. Connecting a Y-cable to the PS/2 port allows
you to connect a PS/2-compatible mouse and a PS/2-compatible
keyboard simultaneously.
Alternatively, you can connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the
USB ports.
Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key
An external keyboard does not have the Fn key contained on the
Satellite M20 computer’s built-in keyboard. If you use the
computer’s hot keys or have set up key combinations in Fn-esse®,
you’ll probably miss these features when using an external
keyboard. Do not worry: you can use a key combination on the
external keyboard to emulate the Fn key. You can set up this key
combination through the Windows Control Panel Toshiba
HWSetup icon. For more information about Hardware Setup, see
“Toshiba Hardware Setup” on page 176.
Using a mouse
If you prefer, you can use a mouse instead of the computer’s builtin pointing device–the AccuPoint II. You can use a PS/2compatible mouse, a serial mouse or a USB mouse.
TECHNICAL NOTE: A serial mouse disables the
AccuPoint II. With a PS/2 mouse, you can choose to
have the AccuPoint II active at the same time.
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Connecting a serial mouse
To connect a serial mouse, connect the mouse cable to the serial
port at the back of the computer. Once connected, the mouse is
ready to use.
Refer to your mouse documentation for configuration information.
Connecting a USB mouse
To connect a USB mouse, connect the mouse cable to the USB
port on the computer. Once connected, the mouse is ready to use.
Connecting a PS/2 mouse
Make sure the computer is off before you attach the
mouse. Connecting a PS/2 mouse with the computer’s
power on can damage the mouse, the computer, or both.
If you are connecting a mouse after you have started using the
computer, begin at step 1. Otherwise proceed to step 2.
1
Click Start, Turn Off Computer, then select Turn Off.
The operating system shuts off the computer.
2
Attach the PS/2 mouse cable to the PS/2 port on the computer.
HINT: Using an optional Y-cable allows you to connect a
PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard to the PS/2 port
simultaneously.
3
Refer to your mouse documentation for configuration
information.
To use both the PS/2 mouse and the AccuPoint II, set this up when
you have loaded the operating system.
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Using a PS/2 mouse simultaneously with AccuPoint II
When you connect a PS/2-compatible mouse to the PS/2 port, you
may use the mouse, the AccuPoint II, or both:
When connecting any PS/2 device, turn off your
computer to prevent any possible hardware damage.
If you connect a PS/2 mouse to the computer while it is
in Standby mode, you will not be able to use the mouse
when you turn the computer on.
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
Click the Toshiba HWSetup icon.
3
Select the Pointing Devices tab.
4
Under Pointing Devices Options, select one:
❖
Auto-selected — configures the PS/2 mouse to work
when it is connected at power on, or the AccuPoint II to
work otherwise. Auto-selected is normally the default
option.
❖
Simultaneous — configures both the AccuPoint II mouse
and PS/2 mouse to work with the computer at the same
time. You must reboot the computer for the settings to
take effect.
HINT: When Auto-selected is the default, the computer
can not detect a PS/2 mouse if you connect it after
booting the computer.
This can be changed in Toshiba Hardware Setup.
5
Click OK.
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A message appears stating “The changes will take effect next
time the machine is rebooted. Reboot the machine now?”
6
Click Yes.
The computer reboots, and the PS/2 mouse is activated.
Using a printer
Read the documentation that came with your printer.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting
a printer.
You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not
come with your printer, you may purchase one from an
electronics or computer store.
If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure
your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.
Your printer documentation may require you to install the
printer software before physically connecting the printer
to your computer. If you do not install the software as
instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may
not function correctly.
Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s
power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the
computer, or both.
You must determine whether it requires a parallel, serial, infrared,
or a USB interface before you can connect a printer. Check the
printer’s documentation.
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You also need a suitable printer cable, which may have been
provided with your printer. If not, your company may keep a stock
of cables. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or
electronics store.
Connecting a parallel printer
These instructions assume you have a parallel printer.
1
Turn off your computer.
If the computer is connected to an AC power source,
disconnect the AC adapter.
Never connect the printer cable while the computer is on.
Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
2
Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s
parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection
guide.
To the computer
To the printer
Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable
3
Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.
4
See your printer documentation for additional configuration
steps.
For more information on getting your printer to print, see
“Printing your work” on page 97.
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Setting up your printer
Setting up a printer involves selecting a printer driver. This special
program acts as a translator that turns your document into a form
the printer can understand.
If you are using any non-Windows® programs, set up a printer
driver for each of those programs. Refer to your program’s
documentation for more information.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you have the manufacturer’s disk
that came with your printer, you can use it to install the
printer on your computer. The manufacturer’s disk may
include additional drivers and fonts.
To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard:
1
Click Start, and click Printers and Faxes.
The operating system opens a Printers and Faxes window.
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Click Add Printer.
The Add Printer Wizard appears.
Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box
3
Click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the
Windows® XP operating system recognizes it
automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this
section. See your printer manual.
4
5
If the printer you are setting up:
❖
Is not connected to a network, select Local printer
attached to this computer.
❖
Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a
printer attached to another computer.
Click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard looks for a Plug and Play printer. If it
does not locate one, click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard prompts you for the printer port.
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Select the port settings according to the instructions in your
printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is
connected, then click Next.
The wizard prompts you to select your printer.
7
From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your
printer, then click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a “friendly”
printer name.
8
Enter a name for your printer.
HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure
the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the
difference.
9
If you want this printer to be:
❖
The default printer, click Yes.
❖
Available when specifically requested, click No.
10 Click Next.
11 Click Finish.
The Windows® XP operating system prints a test page.
12 To complete the setup, click OK.
You are now ready to print.
Depending on your program, you may see various messages
indicating the status of your print job.
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For more information on getting your printer to print, see
“Printing your work” on page 97.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific
installation process. In this case, the Windows® XP
operating system Add Printer Wizard will display an error
message. If this happens, refer to your printer installation
guide for further instructions.
Using an external monitor
Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can
also connect other external display devices to one of two available
video ports:
❖
A television via the video-out port.
❖
A video display device, such as a video projection unit, via the
video-out port.
❖
An external SVGA monitor via the RGB (monitor) port.
Before connecting your television, video projector, monitor or
other display device, configure your computer for the type of
device you’re connecting. To do this, refer to your operating
system documentation.
Connecting the display device
If you’re connecting a television or other video display device to
the computer’s video-out port, refer to the following section for
guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer to “Connecting a
device to the video-out port” on page 160.
If you’re connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to “Connecting an
external monitor” on page 161.
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Selecting video cables
To connect a device to the video-out port, you need to purchase a
video cable (not included with your system). For the best video
quality, always use a properly shielded cable.
HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than
20 feet (approximately 6 meters).
Using a poor quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture,
poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.
Connecting a device to the video-out port
Video cables are not included with your computer. To
connect a device to the video-out port, you’ll need to
purchase a composite video cable.
1
Connect one end of the video cable to the external video
device.
Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the
location of its television signal-in jack.
2
Connect the other end of the video cable to the video-out port
on the computer.
3
Connect the external device’s power cable to a live electrical
outlet.
4
Turn on the external video device.
5
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by changing the
Display Properties settings. For more information, see
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computer” on page 161.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a television,
you may need to change the display properties. Most
televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard
resolution.
Connecting an external monitor
You can easily attach an external monitor to your computer if you
need a larger screen. To do this:
1
Connect the video cable to the video-out port on the computer.
2
Connect the monitor’s power cable to a live electrical outlet.
3
Turn on the external monitor.
4
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by changing the
Display Properties settings. For more information, see the
next section.
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can choose
to use the built-in display panel only, the external device only, or
both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display
output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5):
1
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously.
This will display the following window.
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Sample display options window
2
3
While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the desired
one is highlighted:
❖
Built-in display only
❖
Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously
❖
External monitor only
❖
Built-in display and TV (or other external video device)
simultaneously (only when in dual controller mode)
❖
TV (or other external video device) only
Release the Fn and F5 key to select the desired setting.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings
using the Display Properties Box.
Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start,
then Control Panel and clicking Display. Choose the
Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display
Device, select the applicable Monitor type, click Apply or
OK.
For more information on switching the display output, see
“Display modes” on page 219.
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Adjusting the quality of the external display
To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other
video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings.
See the video device documentation for additional configuration
steps.
TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use one of the
simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the
internal display panel to match the resolution of the
external display device. The external display device must
support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher.
Video limitations
Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the
capabilities of the external video device.
❖
If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is
capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480
and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the
desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the “lost”
area by scrolling to it.
❖
Since most televisions and video projectors overscan by 15 to
20 percent, some of the desktop will be outside the viewing
area. You can view the edge of the desktop by scrolling to it.
❖
If you use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display
output with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the
display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the
image on the internal display panel may appear stretched.
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Using the Wi-Fi™ Mini PCI module
Your computer may have an integrated Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. It
is recommended that you do not remove the module from your
computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized
Service Partner.
™
Accessing the Wi-Fi Mini PCI module
When using your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module, your computer may
display a Safely Remove Hardware icon in the desktop’s system
tray to indicate that it is in use. Do not confuse the system tray’s
icon with other removable PC Card devices you may have
installed.
You can use the system tray’s Safely Remove Hardware icon to
turn off your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. You will need to restart
your computer to turn it back on. To avoid restarting your
computer, you can alternatively use the Wi-Fi on/off antenna
switch.
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Chapter 8
Toshiba Utilities
Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to
reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs.
Together, these allow you to determine certain system details, set
additional options or change default options. This chapter
describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba:
❖
Fn-esse
❖
Hotkey utility
❖
Toshiba Console
❖
Toshiba Hardware Setup
❖
Toshiba Power Saver utility
❖
Enabling Hibernation
❖
Setting user passwords
❖
Using a supervisor password
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Fn-esse
Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide
quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from
within any Windows® program without using the Start menu.
For more information on creating desktop shortcuts, refer to
the operating system documentation that came with your
computer.
This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly
access your programs and files.
With Fn-esse, you can assign an Fn key combination to:
❖
Open a Windows® XP operating system program.
❖
Open a file in its associated program.
❖
Display a customized folder of programs and/or files from
which to choose.
Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot keys, that perform
preassigned operations. For more information, see “Hot Keys” on
page 215.
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a
keyboard overlay.
Starting Fn-esse
1
Click Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba Utilities, then
click Fn-esse.
The Fn-esse keyboard appears.
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Sample Fn-esse window
The keys are color-coded as follows:
❖
Available keys are dark gray with white letters
❖
Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are
shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color
❖
Unavailable keys are light gray.
There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or
document:
❖
Using drag-and-drop
❖
Using the keyboard or pointing device
The method most often used is drag-and-drop.
Using drag-and-drop to assign a key
To assign a key to a program or document:
1
Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program
supporting drag-and-drop).
2
Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the
Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time.
3
In the Explorer window, highlight the program or document
file you wish to assign to a key.
4
Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted
item from Explorer to the key on the Fn-esse keyboard to
which you want to assign it.
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Release the primary button.
Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the
Description, Command Line and Working Directory fields
automatically completed.
6
Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with
your key assignment in place.
The program or document is now associated with the key you
just selected. To open the program or document, press Fn plus
the appropriate key from within any Windows® program.
Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys
To assign a key to open a program or document, start Fn-esse and
either:
❖
Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, then press the
desired assignment key.
❖
Using the pointing device, move the cursor over the desired
key in the Fn-esse window and press the secondary button.
The Assignment Type dialog box appears.
Sample Fn-esse assignment type dialog box
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Making a direct key assignment
1
Select Direct... to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box.
2
Enter the Description, Command Line and Working Directory
for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click the Browse
button to specify this information.
3
Click OK.
Making a popup assignment
1
Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog
box.
2
Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application
Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu.
The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder.
These are the items that will appear in the popup list.
3
To create a popup list with items from various folders, or to
pick only a few items from a folder, create a new folder
containing only the desired programs and documents. If you
are unsure how to do this, refer to your Windows® XP
operating system documentation.
4
Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just
selected.
To open a popup list showing the items in that folder,
press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any
Windows® program.
Viewing existing key assignments
To view the existing key assignments, choose Assignments from
the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key
Assignments dialog box. This box lists all the key assignments and
the program or document to which each key is assigned.
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To view items in a popup list, click the Expand popup lists check
box.
Changing or removing existing key assignments
In the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with the
secondary button.
Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box.
❖
To change the key assignment, click Direct... or Popup... and
continue as if you were creating a new assignment.
❖
To remove the key assignment, click Clear.
Hotkey utility
The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message
when you use the hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] or
Hibernation [Fn+F4].
To activate:
1
Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities, then click the
Hotkey utility.
2
The Hotkey window appears.
Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window
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3
Put a check mark next to the desired option.
4
Click OK.
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The Toshiba Console provides quick access to computer functions
and allows you to customize a range of computer settings.
To access the control panel:
1
Click Start, then click All Programs.
2
Point to Toshiba Console, then click the resulting Toshiba
Console selection.
The Toshiba Console window appears.
Sample Toshiba Console window
The Toshiba Console offers three categories of features:
❖
Customizing Your Computer
❖
Network
❖
Security
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Customizing Your Computer
The features available in this category are:
❖
Power Management
❖
Mouse
❖
Hotkey assignment (for detailed information, see “Fn-esse”
on page 166)
❖
Slim SelectBay & Docking
❖
Toshiba Hardware
Network
The features in this category are:
❖
IR Utility
Security
The features available in this category are:
❖
Supervisor password
❖
User password
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Power Management
The Power Management feature enables you to control your
computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the
many preset power modes, or create one yourself.
To access Power Management through the Toshiba Console,
double-click the Power Management icon.
The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears.
Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties window
The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for
both AC power (“Plugged in”) and battery power (Running on
batteries”).
You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your
own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be deleted.
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By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver
Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that
function. Any options that you change become effective when you
click either OK or Apply.
Plugged in section
This section has a single preset power usage mode — Full Power.
You can create other AC power modes, but Toshiba recommends
use of the preset Full Power mode.
The windows and settings for creating and customizing AC power
modes are described below.
Running on batteries section
This section lists the preset modes along with the estimated battery
life for each mode. The preset modes are:
❖
Long Life
❖
Normal
❖
High Power
❖
DVD Playback
❖
Presentation
❖
Super Long Life
Although you can change the properties for any of these modes,
this is not recommended. If you need a customized mode, create a
new mode with the properties you require.
The DVD Playback mode applies only when a DVD viewing
program is playing.
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Creating a new power mode
1
Highlight one of the preset modes.
2
Click Create copy.
3
A new mode appears with the title “Copy Name” where
Name is the title of the mode you copied. Delete this title, type
in the name for your new power mode, then press Enter.
Customizing a power mode
1
Highlight the mode on the Power Save Modes window.
2
Click Details....
The Properties window for the selected mode opens with the
General tab displayed.
This tab enables you to choose an icon for your power usage
mode, describe the mode’s characteristics and, optionally,
associate it with a program.
The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the
Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if
you wish.
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Slim SelectBay™
Slim SelectBay™
This utility allows you to remove or install a Slim SelectBay
device while your computer is on or hibernating.
™
Slim SelectBay Service
❖
Hot Dock/Undock Support—this service allows the Slim
SelectBay device to be removed without turning off the
computer
❖
Warm Dock/Undock Support—this service allows the Slim
SelectBay device to be removed while the computer is in
Standby or Hibernate modes
Toshiba Hardware Setup
Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management
tool available through Windows. To access it:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
Click Toshiba HWSetup.
The Toshiba HWSetup windows displays.
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Sample Toshiba HWSetup window
The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are:
❖
General—Allows you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive
and memory settings
❖
Password — Allows you to set the user password and an
owner string
❖
Device Config — Shows the Device configuration options
❖
Parallel/Printer — Allows you to configure the parallel port
default settings
❖
Pointing Devices — Allows you to use both the AccuPoint II
and external pointing devices together or to have the system
auto-select one
❖
Display — Allows you to change various default settings for
the built-in LCD display
❖
Boot Priority—Allows you to change the sequence in which
your computer searches the drives for the operating system.
❖
Keyboard — Allows you to configure an external keyboard to
emulate the Fn function key
❖
USB — Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy
Emulation
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❖
LAN—Allows you to set networking functions
❖
CPU — You can set the CPU Frequency Mode as:
Dynamically Switchable. This mode is the default setting for
you computer, and automatically changes the processing
frequency and decrease voltage depending on the power
source:
❖
AC Power — If your computer is connected to the AC
adapter, the CPU frequency mode is set to high for faster
processing
❖
Battery Power — If your computer is running on battery
power, the CPU frequency mode is set to low, for slower
processing. Switching the CPU to low allows you to
conserve power and extend the operating time of you
battery
Always High. Sets the CPU speed to high when using either
the AC adapter or the battery.
Always Low. Sets the CPU speed to low when using either
the AC adapter or the battery.
By changing any of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and
clicking Apply, you can reconfigure that function. Any options
that you change will become default settings when you restart
your system.
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Toshiba Power Saver utility
Toshiba’s Power Saver utility enhances your computer’s power
management capabilities. It controls the computer’s Power Save
Mode, which is a series of settings for power management. In the
Power Save Properties dialog, you can choose which mode to use,
change settings for each mode, or create your own mode.
To access Power Saver Properties:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties
dialog box and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function.
You may choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit
your computing needs. If you are running on batteries and the
programs that you are using do not require a lot of system
resources, you may experience longer work sessions by enabling
the Normal or Long Life settings.
Any options that you change become effective when you click
either OK or Apply.
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Enabling Hibernation
Your computer includes a Toshiba Power Saver utility that allows
you to change many of your default power settings. You can
enable hibernation through this utility.
To power down the computer using the Hibernation option, click
Start, select Turn Off Computer. When you hold down the Shift
key, the Standby button changes to Hibernate. Hold down the
Shift key, then select Hibernate.
The computer saves the state of the system, including all open
programs and files, to the hard disk, and then powers down
completely.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Toshiba recommends that you
always have the Hibernation option enabled. Hibernation
is the function that causes your system to save anything
you have in short-term memory to the hard disk drive
should your battery fail. If Hibernation is not enabled and
your battery dies, you will lose data.
Setting user passwords
Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody
can access your files. You must enter the password before you can
work on your computer.
Toshiba supports the several types of passwords on your
computer:
❖
An instant password — Secures your open programs and files
when you temporarily leave the computer.
❖
A power-on password — Prevents unauthorized users from
starting or restarting the computer
❖
A hard disk drive password — Prevents access to the hard
disk even if it is removed and installed in another computer
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A supervisor password — Prohibits unauthorized users from
accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup.
This is useful if more than one person uses the computer
A single user password supports the instant and power-on
password functions.
Using an instant password
An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke.
Use this feature when you leave your desk for a few minutes and
do not want to turn off the computer.
To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. This freezes the
keyboard and AccuPoint II and blanks the screen. An instant
password has no effect on an optional serial mouse or trackball.
1
To unlock your system:
❖
If you have not registered a user password, press Enter.
❖
If you have registered a user password, press Enter. Type
your password then press Enter.
If you enter the password correctly, the computer returns to
where it was when you enabled the instant password.
Setting a user password
To register a password for the instant and power-on password
functions:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
Click Toshiba HWSetup.
3
Select the Password tab.
4
Click Registered.
5
Type your password in the Enter Password box and click OK.
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6
Type the password again in the Verify Password box and click
OK.
7
Click Exit.
Disabling a user password
To cancel the password that supports the instant and power-on
password functions:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
Click Toshiba HWSetup.
3
Select the Password tab.
4
Click Not Registered.
5
Type your password in the Enter Password box and click OK.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You have three tries to enter the
correct password. After an incorrect try, an
“Incorrect Password” dialog box will appear. Click OK to
reenter the password.
After three incorrect tries, this message appears:
“Sorry, access denied! Reboot is required to regain acce
ss.” You will need to turn off the computer, then reboot.
6
Click Exit.
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Using a supervisor password
A supervisor password prevents other users from changing
hardware configuration options.
Setting a supervisor password
1
Click Start, then click All Programs.
2
Point to Toshiba Console, then click the resulting Toshiba
Console selection.
The Toshiba Console window appears.
3
Select Security.
Sample Toshiba Console Security window
4
Click the Supervisor password icon.
5
Select Registered.
6
Enter a password (then enter it again to verify).
7
Click OK.
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Deleting a supervisor password
1
Click Start, then click All Programs.
2
Point to Toshiba Console, then click the resulting Toshiba
Console selection.
The Toshiba Console window appears.
3
Select Security.
Sample Toshiba Console Security window
4
Click the Supervisor password icon.
5
Select Not Registered.
6
Enter the correct password.
7
Click OK, then click OK again to exit.
Chapter 9
If Something Goes
Wrong
Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook
computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may
require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software
program.
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It
covers the problems you are most likely to encounter.
If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on
Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
Problems that are easy to fix
Your program stops responding.
If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all
operations, chances are the program has stopped responding. You
can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating
system or closing other programs.
To close a program that has stopped responding:
1
Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once).
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The Windows Task Manager window appears.
2
Click the Applications tab.
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not
responding” appear beside its name in the list.
3
Select the program you want to close, then click End Task.
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue
working. If it does not, continue with step 4.
4
Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the
program name, then End Task.
5
Click Start, Turn off computer.
6
The Turn off computer window appears.
7
Click Turn off.
The computer turns off.
Your program performs an illegal operation.
If you receive the message, “Your program has performed an illegal
operation,” you should record the details of the message and consult
the software manufacturer.
To record the details:
1
Click the Details button and select the text the operating
system displays.
The Details button displays information that the software
manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.
2
Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the
clipboard.
3
Open Notepad (click Start, point to All Programs, then point
to Accessories and click Notepad).
4
Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into
Notepad.
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5
Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what
you were doing when you received the message.
6
Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software
manufacturer.
Problems when you turn on the computer
These problems may occur when you turn on the power.
The computer will not start.
Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly
or installed a charged battery.
Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds.
If you are using the AC adapter, check that the wall outlet is
working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp.
The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing
happens.
You are probably in Stand By mode and have a software or
resource conflict. When this happens, turning the power on returns
you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the
condition, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.
Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it will
not solve a resource conflict. Read the documentation that came
with the conflicting device and “Resolving a hardware conflict”
on page 191.
The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the external
diskette drive.
Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard
disk. If you have a hard disk problem, you will not be able to start
the computer. Insert a system diskette into the external diskette
drive and press the left or right arrow key and choose your boot-up
device.
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The Windows® operating system is not working
The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message.
The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has
discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost.
To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall
outlet for several hours. For more information, see “Power and
the batteries” on page 195.
The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message.
Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive. If there is a
diskette in the drive, remove it and press any key to continue. If
pressing any key does not work, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del to restart the
computer.
The Windows ® operating system is not
working
Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the
operating system responds to your work routine, you can easily
detect if the operating system is not working correctly. For
example:
❖
The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP
message appears.
❖
The operating system takes a long time to start.
❖
The operating system responds differently from the normal
routine.
❖
The screen does not look right.
Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when
you change the system in some way such as installing a new
program or adding a device.
If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the
Startup menu to fix the problem.
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Using Startup options to fix problems
If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to
change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure
to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu.
This section describes each option and when to use the procedure.
To open the Startup menu:
1
Restart your computer.
2
Press F8 when your computer starts.
The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these
options:
❖
Safe Mode
❖
Safe Mode (with Networking)
❖
Safe Mode (with Command Prompt)
❖
Enable Boot Logging
❖
Enable VGA Mode
❖
Last known good configuration (your most recent
settings that worked)
❖
Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain
controllers only)
❖
Debugging Mode
❖
Start Windows® normally
❖
Reboot
❖
Return to OS Choices (menu)
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See your Windows® documentation for further explanation.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a
network, the Startup menu may display different versions
of Safe mode.
Internet problems
My Internet connection is very slow.
Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the
Internet. They include: modem speed, time of day (when everyone
else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the site.
If accessing a particular site is very slow, try later.
My browser can not find the URL address I typed in.
Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with
the forward slash (/). Check the spelling of each name and the
syntax of the address carefully. A single incorrect letter or missed
character, comma instead of period (“dot”) or other mistake makes
it impossible for your browser to locate the site.
My browser can not find a site I bookmarked.
The World Wide Web is constantly changing. A site you
bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server
may be down for temporary repair. Try again later.
The Windows® XP operating system can help you
If the operating system has started properly, but you still have a
problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in
troubleshooting the problem.
To access Windows® XP Help and Support:
1
Click Start, then click Help and Support.
The Help and Support window appears.
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2
Then do one or both of the following:
❖
In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which
you need help and follow the on-screen instructions.
❖
Click a problem you would like help with from the listings
and follow the on-screen instructions.
You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the
menu.
Resolving a hardware conflict
If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver
conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help
and Support to troubleshoot the problem first.
For help on hardware conflicts:
1
Click Start, then click Help and Support.
2
Click the Hardware link in the window’s left pane.
A list of category links appear.
3
Click the Fixing a hardware problem.
4
Choose from specific topics and follow the steps.
If there is still a problem, the operating system should display a
message that explains what the conflict is.
A plan of action
The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of
all devices, programs, and features. If the system or one of its
attached devices isn’t working, resolving the problem can be timeconsuming and frustrating.
The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work
together is to add and set up one device at a time. After you add
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each device, test it to make sure it and all previously connected
devices work.
The device most recently connected to the system is the one most
likely to be causing a hardware conflict.
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own
Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A
device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the
computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct
channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it
works. These channels of communication are commonly referred
to as system resources.
Interrupt Request Channel
The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ)
because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests
some of the processor’s time. If two or more devices use the same
IRQ, the processor does not know which device is asking for
attention. This causes a hardware conflict.
Direct Memory Access
Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a specific
place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access
(DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards
to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly. If two
or more devices use the same DMA, the data required by one
device overwrites the data required by the other, causing a
hardware conflict.
Resolving conflicts
There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts:
❖
Disable the device.
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For an older device, remove it from the computer.
❖
Disable another system component and use its resources for
the new device, see “Fixing a problem with Device
Manager” on page 193.
❖
Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not
conflict. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions
about changing settings on the device.
Fixing a problem with Device Manager
Device Manager provides a way to check and change the
configuration of a device.
Changing the default settings using Device Manager can
cause other conflicts that make one or more devices
unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for
advanced users who understand configuration
parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Disabling a device
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click Administrative Tools.
3
Click the Computer Management icon.
4
Click Device Manager in the left frame.
5
Select the specific device from the device category.
6
In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor
with a strike mark through a circle on the front. This is the
disable feature.
7
Click the icon.
You are given the option of disabling the device.
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Click yes or no, whichever is appropriate.
Checking device properties
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device.
Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of
device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to
the device.
To check a device’s properties:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click Administrative Tools.
3
Click the Computer Management icon.
4
Click the Device Manager button.
5
To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type.
6
To view the properties, double-click the device.
The operating system displays the Device Properties
dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They
include:
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The General tab, which provides basic information about
the device.
A Troubleshooting button is also present.
Click troubleshooting.
A Help and Support window for that device appears.
For more information about Device Manager, refer to
Windows® XP online help.
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The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the
monitor, DVD-ROM, Multifunction drive, diskette disk
drive, and other power-using functions.
❖
The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by
the device.
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Memory problems
Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors
that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile checking for these
first:
1
Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer.
2
Click Turn Off.
The operating system shuts down and turns off the
computer automatically.
3
Remove the memory module.
4
Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in
“Adding memory” on page 71, and making sure it is seated
properly.
5
Check for the error again.
6
If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and
check for the error again.
If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the
memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without
the memory module installed, the error is not caused by
the memory module.
Power and the batteries
Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and
power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and realtime clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For
example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power
the computer nor recharge the batteries.
Here are some typical problems and how to solve them:
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The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the
AC adapter and power cable.
Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are firmly plugged into
both the wall outlet and the computer.
If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the wall
outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other
appliance.
The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the
battery will not charge.
The battery doesn’t charge while the computer is consuming full
power. Try turning off the computer.
The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer.
Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with
a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery.
The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If you
think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room
temperature and try again.
If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin charging
immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected,
wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging.
If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer
continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes
before you turn on the computer.
If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery may
have reached the end of its useful life. Try replacing it.
The battery appears not to power the computer for as long
as it usually does.
If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it may not
charge fully. Let the battery discharge completely, then try
charging it again.
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Check the power options using the Power Management utility.
Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module,
that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the
hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically?
Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions
affect how long the charge lasts.
Keyboard problems
If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the
problem may be related to the keyboard itself.
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor
control light is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the
cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off
the numeric keypad light.
If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make
sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard.
Refer to the software’s documentation and check that the program
does not assign different meanings to any of the keys.
You have connected an external keyboard and the operating
system displays one or more keyboard error messages.
If you have a second keyboard, try it. If it works, the first keyboard
may be defective or incompatible with your computer.
Display problems
Here are some typical display problems and their solutions:
The display is blank.
Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to
activate the screen.
You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing
Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press
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the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is
registered, press Enter. The screen reactivates and allows you to
continue working.
If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority
is not set for an external monitor. To do this, hold the Fn key and
press F5 twice. A window with display choices pops up. Hold the
Fn key and press F5 twice again to advance through the display
options.
If you are using an external monitor:
❖
Check that the monitor is turned on.
❖
Check that the monitor’s power cable is firmly plugged into a
working power outlet.
❖
Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the
computer is firmly attached.
❖
Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the
external monitor.
❖
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display
priority is not set for the built-in screen.
The screen does not look right.
You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the
desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking
Properties. This opens the Display Properties dialog box. The
Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors
for the screen. The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen
resolution.
The built-in screen flickers.
Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces
colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using fewer colors.
To change the number of colors displayed:
1
Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.
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Click Properties, and then the Settings tab.
3
Change the Colors option and click OK.
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For more information, see Windows® Help.
A message tells you that there is a problem with your display
settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current
settings do not work with your hardware.
Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the
computer’s internal display.
To change the display properties:
1
Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.
The Display Properties window appears.
2
Click Properties, then click the Settings tab.
3
Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality.
4
Click OK.
The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external
display device does not work.
Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at
resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this
resolution will only work in Internal/External mode.
Disk drive problems
Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show
up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes
a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have
garbage in them. Typical disk problems are:
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You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files
appear to be missing.
Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name
(A: or C:).
Error-checking
Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File
Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it
finds:
To run Error-checking:
1
Click Start, then click My Computer.
2
Right-click the drive you want to check and select Properties
from the menu.
The drive’s properties box appears.
3
Click the Tools tab.
4
Click the Check now button.
The Check Disk All Apps box appears.
5
6
You can choose one or both options:
❖
Automatically fix file system errors
❖
Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors
Click Start.
Error-checking runs the test.
Your hard disk seems very slow.
If you have been using your computer for some time, your files
may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter. To do
this, click Start, then click All Programs, point to Accessories
and System Tools, and click Disk Defragmenter.
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Your data files are damaged or corrupted.
Refer to your software documentation for file recovery
procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup
files.
You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software,
which is available from your dealer.
Some programs run correctly but others do not.
This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not
run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the
hardware configuration meets its needs.
A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive.
You may already have a diskette in the drive. Make sure the drive
is empty.
You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly. Hold the diskette
with the hub side facing down, and insert it so that the metal head
window cover goes into the drive first.
The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path into
the drive. Carefully inspect the diskette. If the metal cover is loose,
replace the diskette. If the label is loose, replace the label and try
inserting the diskette again.
The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message.
If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the
drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer.
Replace it with a bootable diskette.
The drive cannot read a diskette.
Try another diskette. If you can access the second diskette, the first
diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run
Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions, see “Disk
drive problems” on page 199).
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DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive problems
You cannot access a disc in the drive.
Make sure the drive tray has closed properly. Press gently until it
clicks into place.
Open the drive tray and remove the disc. Make sure the drive tray
is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser
beam.
Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty. If necessary, wipe it
with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner.
Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure it is lying flat, label side
uppermost. Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle. Close
the drive tray carefully, making sure it has shut completely.
You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not
slide out.
Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned
on. The DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive eject mechanism
requires power to operate.
To remove a disc without turning on the computer, use a narrow
object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject
button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button
on the right side of the computer.
Some discs run correctly, but others do not.
If the problem is with an application CD-ROM, refer to the
software’s documentation and check that the hardware
configuration meets the program’s needs.
The color of the materials used to make the disc can affect its
reliability. Silver-colored CD-ROMs are the most reliable,
followed by gold-colored CD-ROM. Green-colored CD-ROMs
are the least reliable.
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Sound system problems
You do not hear any sound from the computer.
Adjust the volume control.
If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they
are securely connected to your computer.
The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.
This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It
occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed
to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the
volume control.
Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the
Recording Control Utility (default Off), or the Mute feature in the
Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback. Revert to the
default settings.
PC Card problems
PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices,
such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager.
Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of
new cards. If you’re having trouble getting one or more of these
devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may
apply.
Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards. See
“Using PC Cards” on page 103 for more information.
Card Information Structure
When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer attempts to
determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading
its Card Information Structure (CIS). Sometimes the CIS contains
enough information for you to use the card immediately.
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Other cards must be set up before you can use them. Use the
Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card.
Refer to your Microsoft® documentation for more information, or
refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card.
Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to
support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations
that can cause problems when installing the PC Card.
If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card and
the card did not come with an operating system driver, it may not
work under the operating system. Contact the manufacturer of the
PC Card for information about using the card under the operating
system.
PC Card checklist
❖
Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.
See “Using PC Cards” on page 103 for information about
how to insert PC Cards.
❖
Make sure all cables are securely connected.
❖
Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality
control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available,
try the card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it
may be defective.
Resolving PC Card problems
Here are some common problems and their solutions:
The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no
longer work.
Check the PC Card status:
1
Click Start.
2
Click My Computer icon with the secondary button, then
click Properties.
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The System Properties dialog box appears.
3
Click the Hardware tab.
4
Click the Device Manager button.
5
Double-click the PCMCIA adapter.
6
Double-click the appropriate PC Card.
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties
dialog box, which contains information about your PC
Card configuration and status.
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC
Card.
The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict
between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system.
Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O
base address. See “Fixing a problem with Device Manager” on
page 193 for more information.
Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not required
to have its own address.
Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another
without turning the computer off) fails.
Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card:
1
Double-click the Remove Hardware Safely icon in the
system tray.
2
Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for
your PC Card.
The operating system displays a message that you may
safely remove the card.
3
Remove the card from the slot.
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The system does not recognize your PC Card.
Refer to the PC Card documentation.
Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct
many problems.
A PC Card error occurs.
Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected.
If the card is attached to an external device, check that the
connection is secure.
Refer to the card’s documentation, which should contain a
troubleshooting section.
Printer problems
This section lists some of the most common printer problems:
The printer will not print.
Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet,
turned on and ready (on line).
Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not
start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in
the tray.
Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and
the printer.
Run the printer’s self-test to check for any problem with the printer
itself.
Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown in
“Setting up your printer” on page 156.
You may have connected the printer while the computer is on.
Disable Stand By mode, turn off the computer, and turn off the
printer. Turn the printer back on, make sure it is on line, then turn
the computer back on.
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Try printing another file. For example, you could create and
attempt to print a short test file using Notepad. If a Notepad file
prints correctly, the problem may be in your original file.
If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer’s
manufacturer.
The printer will not print what you see on the screen.
Many programs display information on the screen differently from
the way they print it. See if your program has a print preview
mode. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print.
Contact the software manufacturer for more information.
Modem problems
This section lists common modem problems:
The modem will not receive or transmit properly.
Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is
firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the telephone
line jack.
Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software
are referring to the same COM port. See “Determining the COM
port” on page 135.
Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data
length and stop bits) specified in the communications program. It
should be set up to transmit at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600,
14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or higher. Refer to the
program’s documentation and the modem manual for information
on how to change these settings.
The modem is on, set up properly and still will not transmit
or receive data.
Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone handset to
the line to check this.
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Develop good computing habits
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test
transmission to someone else.
Develop good computing habits
Make sure you are prepared.
Save your work frequently.
You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you
to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many software
programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely
solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips” on
page 85 for instructions.
On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your
hard disk.
Here are some ways you can do this:
❖
Copy files to diskette, following the steps in “Saving your
work” on page 95.
❖
Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized
software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape.
Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all
files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily
basis.
If you have installed your own programs, you should back up
these programs as well as your data files. If something goes wrong
that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again,
reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source
will save time.
Read the user’s guides.
It’s very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow
every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your
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ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the
computer and its software work together.
Get familiar with all the user’s guides provided with your
computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and
devices you purchase.
Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self-help
books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals.
If you need further assistance
If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are
still having problems, you may need additional technical
assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for help.
Before you call
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or
the program you are using, it is important to investigate other
sources of assistance first.
Try the following before contacting Toshiba:
❖
Review the troubleshooting information in your operating
system documentation.
❖
If the problem occurs while you are running a program,
consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting
suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical
support group for their assistance.
❖
Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer
and/or program. Your dealer is your best source for current
information.
For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States,
call: (800) 457-7777.
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Contacting Toshiba
If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardwarerelated, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.
❖
Start with accessing Toshiba on the Internet using any Internet
browser by typing pcsupport.toshiba.com
Toshiba voice contact
Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have:
❖
Your computer’s serial number.
❖
The computer and any optional devices related to the
problem.
❖
Backup copies of your operating system and all other
preloaded software on diskettes or CD-ROM.
❖
Name and version of the program involved in the problem
along with its installation diskettes or CD-ROM.
❖
Information about what you were doing when the problem
occurred.
❖
Exact error messages and when they occurred.
For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch® Center:
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273
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Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
toshiba.com
Worldwide Toshiba corporate
site
computers.toshiba.com
Marketing and product
information in the USA
www.toshiba.ca
Canada
www.toshiba-Europe.com
Europe
www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm
Japan
http://servicio.toshiba.com
Mexico and all of Latin
America
Toshiba’s worldwide offices
Australia
Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited
84-92 Talavera Road
North Ryde NSW 2113
Sydney
Australia
Austria
Toshiba Europe GmbH
Handelskai 388
1020 Wien, Austria
Belgium
Toshiba Information Systems Benelux
(Belgium) B.V.
Excelsiorlaan 40
B-1930 Zaventem
Belgium
Canada
Toshiba Canada Ltd.
191 McNabb Street
Markham, Ontario
L3R - 8H2
Canada
Czech Republic
CHG Toshiba, s.r.o.
Hnevkovskeho 65
61700 Brno
Denmark
Scribona Danmark A/S
Naverland 27
DK2600 Glostrup
Denmark
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Finland
Scribona TPC OY
Sinimäentie 14
P.O. Box 83
02630 ESPOO
Finland
France
Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A.
7, Rue Ampère
92804 Puteaux Cédex
France
Germany
Toshiba Europe GmbH
Leibnizstraße 2
D-93055 Regensburg
Germany
Greece
Ideal Electronics S.A.
109 Syngrou Avenue
176 71 Kalithea
Athens
Greece
Hungary
Technotrade Kft.
Szerencs utca 202
1147 Budapest
Hungary
Ireland
Toshiba Information Systems
(U.K) Ltd.
Toshiba Court
Weybridge Business Park
Addlestone Road
Weybridge KT15 2UL
United Kingdom
Italy
Progetto Elettronica 92 s.r.l.
Viale Certosa 138,
20156 Milano
Italy
Japan
Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO
1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome
Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001
Japan
Latin America and Caribbean
Toshiba America Information
Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618
United States
Luxembourg
Toshiba Information Systems Benelux
B.V.
Rivium Boulevard 41
2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel
The Netherlands
800-457-7777 (within the US)
949-859-4276 (outside the US - this
call may incur long distance charges)
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Mexico
Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V.
Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso
Col. Lomas de Chapultepec.
CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Morocco
C.B.I.
22 Rue de Béthune
Casablanca
Morocco
Tel: 5249-6500
The Netherlands
Toshiba Information Systems Benelux
B.V.
Rivium Boulevard 41
2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel
The Netherlands
Norway
Scribona Norge A/S
Toshiba PC Service
Stalfjaera 20
P.O. Box 51
Kalbakken
0901 OSLO 9
Norway
Papua New Guinea
Fujitsu (PNG) Pty. Ltd.
P.O. Box 4952 Boroko
NCD, Papua
New Guinea
Poland
TECHMEX S.A.
ul. Partyzantów 71,
43-316 Bielsko-Biala
01-059 Warszawa
Poland
Portugal
Quinta Grande Assisténcia Técnica
Informática, Lda.
Av. Moinhos no. 15A
Ur. Quinta Grande
2720 Alfragide
Portugal
Singapore
Toshiba Singapore Pte. Ltd.
438B Alexandra Rd. # 06-01
Alexandra Technopark
Singapore 119968
Slovakia
HTC a.s.
Dobrovicova 8
81109 Bratislava
Slovakia
Slovenia
Inea d.o.o.
Ljubljanska 80
61230 Domzale
Slovenia
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Spain
Toshiba Information Systems (España)
S.A.
Parque Empresarial San Fernando
Edificio Europa, 1a Planta
Escalera A
28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de
Henares
Spain
Sweden
Scribona PC AB
Sundbybergsväegen 1
Box 1374
171 27 Solna
Sweden
Switzerland
Ozalid AG
Herostrasse 7
8048 Zürich
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Toshiba Information Systems
(U.K) Ltd.
Toshiba Court
Weybridge Business Park
Addlestone Road
Weybridge KT15 2UL
United Kingdom
United States
Toshiba America Information
Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618
United States
The Rest of Europe
Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH
Hammfelddamm 8
D-4-1460 Neuss
Germany
Appendix A
Hot Keys
Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn
key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or
above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls.
Volume Mute
Fn +
This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your
computer.
When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from
the speakers or headphones.
Instant password security
Fn +
This hot key blanks the display.
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Instant password security
Without a password
The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates
instant security. Using the mouse or any key will make the display
reappear. For information on setting a power-on password, see
“Setting user passwords” on page 180.
With a password
The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates
instant security. Using the mouse or any key will make the screen
saver password dialog box appear, and you can then type in either
a user or supervisor password.
For the Windows® XP operating system, you type the user or
supervisor password into the Windows® security screen dialog
box.
To activate the password feature:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Appearance and Themes.
2
Click the Display icon.
3
Select the Screen Saver tab.
4
Click the On resume, password protected check box.
5
Click OK.
Hot Keys
Power usage mode
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Power usage mode
Fn +
This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window and
cycles through the battery save modes.
The power usage modes in the operating system under
battery power are:
Long Life, Normal, and High Power; DVD Playback,
Presentation and Super Long Life
Sample power usage modes
The power usage mode in the Windows®operating system
under AC power is Full Power only.
The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power
Management utility. For more information, see “Mobile
Computing” on page 117.
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Stand By mode
Stand By mode
Fn +
This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode.
A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the
computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box
can be set so it doesn’t display.
Sample Stand By confirmation box
For more information about Stand By mode, please see
“Using Standby” on page 113.
Hibernation mode
Fn +
This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode.
If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box
is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into
Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it doesn’t
display.
Sample Hibernation confirmation box
If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not
respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see
“Enabling Hibernation” on page 180.
Hot Keys
Display modes
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Display modes
Fn +
This hot key cycles through the power-on display options.
The display modes are:
❖
Built-in display panel only
❖
Built-in display panel and external monitor
simultaneously
❖
External monitor only
❖
Built-in display panel and external video device
simultaneously
❖
External video device only
Sample display options window
In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the
resolution of the internal display panel to match the
resolution of the external display device.
Display brightness
Fn +
This hot key decreases the screen brightness.
Fn +
This hot key increases the screen brightness.
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Hot Keys
Enabling a wireless device
Enabling a wireless device
Fn +
This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices
™
installed in your computer (for systems with Wi-Fi only).
The wireless modes are:
Wi-Fi enabled—This enables the Wi-Fi module.
Wi-Fi disabled—This disables the Wi-Fi module.
Keyboard hot keys
Fn +
This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off.
Fn +
This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off.
Fn +
This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off.
Appendix B
Power Cable
Connectors
The computer features a universal power supply you can use
worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC
power cable connectors for various parts of the world.
USA and Canada
United Kingdom
UL approved
CSA approved
BS approved
Australia
AS approved
Europe
VDA approved
NEMKO approved
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Glossary
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this
glossary may not be available on your computer.
Acronyms
These acronyms may appear in this user’s guide.
AC
alternating current
BIOS
basic input/output system
bps
bits per second
CD
compact disc
CD-ROM
compact disc read-only memory
CD-RW
compact disc rewrite memory
CMOS
complementary metal-oxide semiconductor
COM1
communications port 1 (serial port)
COM2
communications port 2 (serial port)
CPU
central processing unit
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DC
direct current
DMA
direct memory access
DIMM
dual inline memory module
DOS
disk operating system
DPI
dots per inch
DSTN
dual supertwist nematic
DVD
digital versatile (or video) disc
DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory
ECP
enhanced capabilities port
EPROM
erasable programmable read-only memory
FAT
file allocation table
FCC
Federal Communications Commission
FIR
fast infrared
GB
gigabyte
HDD
hard disk drive
HTML
Hypertext Markup Language
IEEE
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
I/O
input/output
IRQ
interrupt request
ISP
Internet service provider
KB
kilobyte
LAN
local area network
LCD
liquid crystal display
LPT1
line printer port 1 (parallel port)
LSI
large-scale integration
MB
megabyte
MIDI
Musical Instrument Digital Interface
PC
personal computer
PCI
Peripheral Component Interconnect
PCMCIA
Personal Computer Memory Card International
Association
Glossary
RAM
random access memory
RFI
radio frequency interference
ROM
read-only memory
RTC
real-time clock
SCSI
small computer system interface
DDRAM
double data random access memory
SRAM
static random access memory
SVGA
super video graphics adapter
TFT
thin film transistor
USB
universal serial bus
URL
uniform resource locator
WAN
wide area network
www
World Wide Web
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Terms
These terms may appear in this user’s guide.
A
active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an
array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also
known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film
transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type of display works well with
notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high-quality
color. Active-matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than
most passive-matrix displays.
adapter — A device that provides a compatible connection between two
units. For example, the computer’s internal display adapter receives
information from the software and translates it into images on the
screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a
microprocessor to a simple connector. An intelligent adapter (one
that is capable of doing some processing) may also be called a
controller.
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Glossary
alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to
residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at
regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC).
application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a
specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets,
and database management systems. See also program.
B
backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the
original file is lost or damaged.
basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS.
baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a
printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the number of
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per
second). See also bits per second.
BIOS (basic input/output system) — Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer
needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system
when you start up the computer.
bit: — Short for “binary digit.” A bit is the smallest unit of information
used by a computer. A group of eight bits is a byte. See also byte.
bits per second (bps) — A way of measuring the speed at which
information is passed between two devices. The basic measure used
in modem communications, bps is similar, but not identical, to the
baud rate. See also baud rate.
boot — To start the computer. The term “boot” originates from bootstrap
program (as in “pulling itself up by its bootstraps”), a program that
loads and initializes the operating system. See also reboot.
boot disk — See system disk.
boot priority (startup sequence) — The order in which the computer
accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files. Under the default
startup sequence, the computer looks for the startup files in the
diskette drive before checking the hard disk.
Glossary
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bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit
(CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter,
disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows
from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus.
bus speed — The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU)
communicates with the other parts of the computer.
byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit
of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte.
C
cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used
information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from
cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory.
See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
CD — An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM.
CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) — A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for
reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM.
central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the “brain”
of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as
memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the
results to another device that uses the information.
character — Any letter, number, or symbol you can use on the
computer. Some characters are non-printing characters, such as a
paragraph break in a word-processing program. A character
occupies one byte of computer storage.
chip — A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits
for processing, memory, input/output, and/or control functions.
Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards.
click — To press and release the AccuPoint control button or mouse
button without moving the AccuPoint or mouse. In Windows®, this
refers to the left mouse button or primary AccuPoint control button,
unless otherwise stated. See also double-click.
color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that
can be displayed on the screen at a particular time.
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compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or devices
can work together harmoniously, using the same commands,
formats, or language as another.
configuration — (1) The collection of components that make up a single
computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up (that is,
configured).
controller — A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer
to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives,
monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers.
CPU — See central processing unit (CPU).
CPU cache — A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU
and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and
instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs.
See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
cursor — A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen. The
shape of the cursor varies, depending on the program you’re using
and what you’re doing.
D
default — The setting selected by a program when the user does not
specify an alternative setting.
device — A component attached to the computer. Devices may be
external (outside the computer’s case) or internal (inside the
computer’s case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of
devices.
device driver — A program (called a “driver”) that permits a computer
to communicate with a device.
dialog box — An on-screen window displayed by the operating system
or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user.
direct current (DC) — The type of power usually supplied by batteries.
DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC).
direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing the
CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a
device.
directory — See folder.
Glossary
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disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable.
disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written
to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical
discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk.
disk — A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically
influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the
production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks.
Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk.
disk drive — The device that reads and writes information and programs
on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or
more read/write heads.
diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores
magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the
computer and come in two sizes: 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch. Your
computer uses 3.5-inch diskettes. See also double-density diskette,
high-density diskette.
document — Any file created with an application and, if saved to disk,
given a name by which it can be retrieved. See also file.
double-click — To press the AccuPoint control button or mouse button
rapidly twice without moving the AccuPoint or mouse. In the
Windows® operating system, this refers to the primary AccuPoint
control button or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated.
double-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that can hold up to 720
KB of information (half the capacity of a high-density diskette). See
also diskette, high-density diskette.
download — (1) In communications, to receive a file from another
computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from
the computer to a printer. See also upload.
drag — To hold down the AccuPoint control button or mouse button
while moving the cursor to drag a selected object. In the Windows®
operating system, this refers to the primary AccuPoint control
button or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated.
driver — See device driver.
DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM.
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DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A
very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading
data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs.
Compare CD-ROM.
E
emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another
device or program.
enable — To turn on a computer option. See also disable.
executable file — A computer program that is ready to run. Application
programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of
executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension.
extension — See file extension.
external device — See device.
F
file — A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique
name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a
document. See also document.
file allocation table (FAT) — The section of a disk that keeps track of
the location of files stored on the disk.
file name — A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a
particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file
name extension. See also file extension.
file extension — The three characters following the period (pronounced
“dot”) at the end of a file name. The extension indicates the type of
file. Examples are .exe for program files and .hlp for help files. See
also file name.
folder — Also called directory. A container for organizing files saved to
a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon)
of a file folder. A folder can contain files and other folders.
Glossary
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format — (verb) To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’s
operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the
operating system can write information to the disk or read
information from it.
frontside bus — The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the
computer’s main memory. Also called “system bus.” See also bus.
function keys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on
the keyboard. Their function is determined by the operating system
and/or individual programs.
G
gigabyte (GB) — A unit of data equal to 1,073,741,824 bytes (1024 x
1024 x 1024 bytes). See also byte.
ground — A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are
connected. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is connected to the
earth, and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit.
H
hard disk — A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that
can be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold much more
information than diskettes and are used for long-term storage of
programs and data. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is
usually fixed, but some computers have secondary hard disks that
are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C.
hardware — The physical components of a computer system. Compare
software.
Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that
saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all
open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When
you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same
state it was when the computer was turned off. See also Standby,
Suspend.
high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data.
See also diskette.
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hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the
Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as
the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that
activates a memory resident program.
hot swapping — The ability to add or remove devices from a computer
while the computer is running and have the operating system
automatically recognize the change.
I
icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function,
file, or program.
interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only
every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two
passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced.
internal device — See device.
Internet — The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that
provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services.
See also World Wide Web.
K
keyboard shortcut — A key or combination of keys that you use to
perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the
AccuPoint.
kilobyte (KB) — A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte.
L
L1 (level one) cache — Memory cache built into the processor to help
improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache.
L2 (level two) cache — Memory cache installed on the motherboard to
help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster
than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache.
LAN (local area network) — A group of computers or other devices
dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a
communications link that enables any device to interact with any
other on the network.
Glossary
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liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid
substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an
electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the
liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing
through it. A filter over the electrodes permits only non-polarized
light to pass to the surface of the display, creating light and dark
pixels.
load — To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk)
into memory for processing.
local area network — See LAN.
logical drive — A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating
system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ
from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may
be partitioned into two or more logical drives.
M
megabyte (MB) — A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024
bytes). See also bytes.
memory — Typically refers to the computer’s main memory, where
programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed.
Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily, such as RAM, or
it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently, such as ROM. A
computer’s main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM.
microprocessor — See central processing unit (CPU).
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) — A standard for
connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers. The
MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form
computers can use, and vice versa.
modem — Short for “modulator/demodulator.” A device that converts
information from digital to analog and back to digital, enabling
information to pass back and forth between digital computers and
analog telephone lines.
motherboard — The main circuit board in the computer. It contains the
processor, memory, and other primary components.
MS-DOS® prompt — See system prompt.
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multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as sound,
animation, and video in a computer program or presentation.
Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI.
N
network — A collection of computers and associated devices that are
connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to
share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users
and to exchange electronic mail.
non-interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which
each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans
across and down the screen. Compare interlaced.
non-system disk — A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be
used to start the computer. Compare system disk.
O
online — Available through the computer. Online may refer to
information being read from your own computer’s hard disk, such
as online documentation or online help, or to information coming
from another company on a company network or the Internet.
operating system — A set of programs that controls how the computer
works. Examples of operating systems are Windows® 98 Second
Edition and Windows® XP Professional.
P
palette — See color palette.
parallel — Processes that occur simultaneously. In communications, it
means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a
time. On your computer, the parallel port provides a parallel
communications interface between the computer and an appropriate
device. Most modern printers are parallel. Compare serial.
password — A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his
or her identity to the computer or the network.
PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the
capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions
such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter,
sound card, or SCSI adapter.
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peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached
to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU.
pixel — Short for “picture element.” The smallest dot that can be
produced on a screen or printer.
Plug and Play — Generally, refers to the computer’s ability to
automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices.
When capitalized, refers to a standard that, when followed by a
device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself automatically to
work with the device.
pointing device — Any device, such as the AccuPoint or a mouse, that
enables you to move the cursor on the screen.
port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for
connection to a network or a peripheral device.
processor — See central processing unit (CPU).
program — A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer.
The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating
system, application, and utility. See also operating system,
application, utility.
properties — The attributes of an object or device. For example, the
properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date.
R
RAM (random access memory) — Volatile memory that can be
written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information in
RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory
is used for your computer’s main memory. See also memory.
Compare ROM.
random access memory — See RAM.
read-only memory — See ROM.
reboot — See boot, restart.
removable disk — A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A
diskette is one example of a removable disk.
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resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be
produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer,
resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is
expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and
vertically.
restart — Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by reloading
the operating system without turning the computer off. See also
boot.
RJ11 — A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone systems and
direct-connect modems. The RJ11 connector is a 6-wire connector.
ROM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be read
but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in
ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This
type of memory is used to store your computer’s BIOS, which is
essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See
also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM.
S
select — To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics with the
intent to perform some operation on it.
serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means
the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single
channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface
between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel.
shortcut — See keyboard shortcut.
software — See program. Compare hardware.
Standby — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows
you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications
and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer
on again.
Suspend — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows
you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications
and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer
on again.
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system disk — A diskette that contains the operating system files needed
to start the computer. Any diskette can be formatted as a system
disk. A system disk is also called a “bootable disk” or a “startup
disk.” Compare non-system disk.
system prompt — The symbol (in MS-DOS®, generally a drive letter
followed by a “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to
enter commands.
T
TFT display — See active-matrix display.
U
universal serial bus (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data transfer
rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 mega bits per second). USB can connect
up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all-purpose USB port.
USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot
swapping, serial.
upload — To send a file to another computer through a modem or
network. See also download.
USB — See universal serial bus (USB).
utility — A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused
operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to
computer system management.
W
V
Web — See World Wide Web.
Wi-Fi — A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet
Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term
for the IEEE 2.11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet
connection using wireless communication components.
World Wide Web (www) — The worldwide network of Web sites
linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from
site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site.
See also Internet.
Index
Numerics
B
101-key keyboard 87
backing up files 86
batteries
changing 119
running on 174
battery
caring for 125
changing 123
charge does not last 196
charging 53, 56
charging before use 50
conserving power 128
not charging 196
power usage hot key 129
power usage mode 217
real-time clock (RTC) 118
removing 124
unlocking 123
battery alarms 122
battery lock 40
battery module 39
battery power
displaying remaining 120
monitoring 120
A
AC adapter 51
DC IN socket 36
plugging in 36
AC power cable connectors 221
AC power light 42
accessories
carrying cases 106
memory 71
AccuPoint II 62
AccuPoint II pointing device 42, 91
adapter, AC 36
Add Printer Wizard 67, 156
adjusting recording quality 147
Alt keys 88
arm/wrist strain 48
assign keys
Fn-esse 168
audio
.wav files 145
audio features 143
Auto-Run 144
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running the computer on 118
battery, light 43
button
internet 92
power 42, 54
start 133
button, scroll 92
buttons
CD or DVD controls 143
CD Player 144
C
caps lock key 44
light 44
CD
creating 145
playing an audio 143
playing using Auto-Run 144
CD or DVD control buttons 143
CD Player control panel 144
CDs
problem solving 202
channels
DMA 192
IRQ 192
character keys 87
charging the battery 53
checking device properties 194
class 1 laser product label 20
communications
network connection 137
setting up 107
system resources 192
compact disc positioning 101
compact discs
handling 101
inserting 100
problem solving 202
removing 102
computer
customizing 172
non-system disk or disk error
message 188
not accessing disk drives 187
precautions 49
turning off 55
warning resume failure message
188
computer on battery power 118
computer placement 47
computer setup 50
computer-friendly environment 45
computing tips 85
connecting to a power source 51
connection
set up 138
cooling vent 36
copyright 21
cover
expansion memory 40
CPU fan 36
critical applications 3
Ctrl keys 88
cursor control light 44
D
desktop
major features 131
desktop exploration 131
desktop icons 132
Device Manager 193
checking properties 194
disabling a device 193, 194
device, serial 37
devices
keyboard 61
mouse 62
disconnection
modem 6
Disk Defragmenter 200
disk drive
corrupted/damaged data files 201
missing files/trouble accessing a
disk 200
Index
running slow 200
diskette drive
can not read a diskette 201
can’t insert a diskette 201
connecting 70
external, connecting 70
display
doesn’t look normal/flickers 198
external monitor not working 199
external, adjusting 163
LCD 42
screen is blank 197
display device
connecting 58
external 57
video 57
display features 40
display hot key 161
display latch 35
display modes hot key 219
display output settings 59, 161
display panel
closing 56
opening 35, 40
display panel, closed, front 35
display panel, open, front 40
display, external
adjusting 60
disposal information 22
DMA (Direct Memory Access) 192
docking 176
DVD-ROM drive
troubleshooting 194
DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive
opening 100
DVD-ROM/Multifunction drive
can’t access disc 202
drive tray won’t open 202
problems 202
troubleshooting 194
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E
ergonomics 48
error messages
device driver conflict 191
general hardware problem 191
non-system disk or disk error
188, 201
problem with display settings/
current settings not working
with hardware 199
program has performed an illegal
operation 186
warning resume failure 188
Error-checking 200
Ethernet LAN port 138
expansion memory cover 40
exploring the desktop 131
Export Administration regulation 21
external
mouse 62
external device
connecting 150
external diskette drive
connecting 70
external display
adjusting 163
external display, adjusting 60
external monitor
not working 199
using 159
external speakers 71
F
fan
CPU 36
FAT (File Allocation Table) 200
fax branding 6
FCC Notice “Declaration of
Conformity Information” 3
FCC requirements 4
file extensions 97
file names 97
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Index
file, backing up 86
files
backing up 106
printing 98
saving 95
FN keys 88
Fn-esse 92
starting 166
using to assign keys 168
Fn-esse program 166
assigning a key 166
using drag-and-drop 167
function keys 88
H
hard disk drive light 43
hardware conflicts 191
resolving 192
headphone jack 35
headphones
connecting 71
using 147
Help
Windows XP 190
Hibernation
enabling 180
Hibernation mode 56, 107, 111
configuring 112
starting again from 113
Hibernation mode hot key 218
hot key
display modes 219
external display output 161
Hibernation mode 218
keyboard 220
keyboard overlays 220
power usage mode 217
Stand By mode 218
volume mute 215
wireless mode 220
hot key power usage mode 129
hot key utility 170
hot keys 215
hot swapping
PC Cards 103
peripherals 36
I
IC CS-03 certified equipment
instructions 6
icon
definition 32
hint 32
internet explorer 132
recycle bin 132
technical note 32
icons
Windows XP Professional
desktop 132
icons, safety 31
indicator panel
keyboard 42
system 42
indicator panel lights 42
Industry Canada requirement 4
infrared port 35
Installation 5
installation
memory module 72
modem 5
installing
memory modules 71
mouse 62
instant passwords, using 181
instructions for IC CS-03 certified
equipment 6
interference statement 14
Internal/External mode 199
Internet
bookmarked site not found 190
slow connection 190
URL address not found 190
internet
connecting to 141
Index
features 142
surfing 141
uploading and downloading files
143
internet button 92
internet explorer icon 132
internet service providers 140
IRQ (Interrupt Request) 192
ISPs 140
J
jack
RJ-11 84
RJ45 37
K
keeping comfortable 46
key
assign 168
changing 170
direct assign 169
popup 169
removing 170
key assignment
viewing existing 169
key assignments
changing or removing existing
170
keyboard 42
character keys 87
connecting 150
function keys 88
hot keys 220
not working 187, 197
overlay keys 89
PS/2-compatible 36
unexpected characters 197
Windows special keys 89
Keyboard and display features 40
keyboard features 40
keyboard indicator panel 42, 44
keyboard, external 61
241
keyboard, full-size 87
keyboard, PS/2-compatible
61
L
LCD display 42
LCD power-saver 56
left side 38
light
AC power 42
cursor control 44
hard disk drive 43
main battery 43
numlock 44
on/off 43
SelectBay indicator 43
light, wireless indicator 43
lighting 48
lights, indicator panel 42
lock
battery 40
PC Card 40
lock cable, PORT-Noteworthy
computer 38
M
main battery light 43
make sure you have everything 34
memory
adding 71
expansion slots 72
problem solving 195
memory module 40
133 MHz FSB DDRAM 71
installation 72
removing 75
microphone 146
external, connecting 71
Microsoft Support Online Web site
191
modem
connecting to a telephone line 83
242
Index
determining COM port 135
problem solving 207
resetting port to default settings
136
upgrading 136
modem port 37
module
battery 39
memory 40
modules
Wi-Fi Mini PC 164
monitor 37, 57
connecting 58, 59
connecting external 161
external
connecting 150
not working 198
using an external 159
mouse
installing 62
PS/2-compatible 36
serial 62
using 151
mouse, serial 37
N
network 172
accessing 137
Dial-Up Networking Wizard 137
network port 37
networking
wireless 137
numlock light 44
O
office computing 149
on/off light 43
opening the display panel 53
optional devices 149
LapLink cable 134
other documentation 32
overlay keys 89
P
P/S mouse
connecting 63, 152
panel, keyboard indicator 44
parallel port 37
parallel printer
connecting 150
password
deleting a supervisor 184
disabling a user 182
supervisor
set up 183
passwords
instant, using 181
setting user 180
PC Card
checklist 204
CIS (Card Information Structure)
203
computer stops working 205
configuring 82
errors 206
hot swapping 103
hot swapping fails 205
inserting 80
modem default 135
not recognized 206
problem solving 203, 204
removing 82
setting up 82
using 103
PC Card lock 40
PC Card slot 38
plugged in 174
pointing device
AccuPoint II 42
port
COM 135
Ethernet LAN 138
infrared 35
modem 37
Index
monitor 37
network 37
parallel 37
PS/2 mouse/keyboard 36
RGB 37, 57
serial 37
USB (Universal Serial Bus) 36
video-out 38, 57
video-out, connecting to 58, 160
posture 47
power
alarms 122
computer will not start 187
options 130
problem solving 195
taking care of your battery 125
turning on 54
universal power supply 221
power button 42, 54
Power Management 173
running on batteries 174
power mode
creating new 175
customizing 175
power off
Shut down command 108
power off guidelines 56
power source 51
power usage mode
hot key 129
power usage mode hot key 217
power usage modes 128
powering down
using Standby 114
powering off 107
precautions 49
other computer use 49
printer
choosing a driver 66, 156
connecting a parallel 155
local, connecting 65
problem solving 206, 207
243
set up 66, 156
using 154
printer, serial 37
printing a file 98
problem solving
AC power 196
accessing disk drives 187
battery charge does not last 196
battery not charging 196
can not read a diskette 201
can’t insert diskette in drive 201
cannot access DVD-ROM/
Multifunction 202
changing display properties 199
checking device properties 194
compact discs not running
correctly 202
computer hangs when PC Card
inserted 205
computer will not power up 187
contacting Toshiba 209, 210
corrupted/damaged data files 201
Device Manager 193
disabling a device 193, 194
disk drive is slow 200
display is blank 197
DVD-ROM/Multifunction drive
tray doesn’t eject 202
external display not working 199
external keyboard not working
197
external monitor 198
faulty memory 195
hardware conflict 191, 192
high-pitched noise 203
illegal operation 186
Internet bookmarked site not
found 190
Internet connection is slow 190
keyboard
not responding 187
244
Index
keyboard produces unexpected
characters 197
missing files/trouble accessing a
disk 200
modem not receiving or
transmitting 207
no sound 203
non-system disk or disk error
188, 201
PC Card 203
checklist 204
error occurs 206
hot swapping fails 205
not recognized 206
slots appear dead 204
power and batteries 195
printer 206, 207
program not responding 185
program not working properly
201
screen does not look right/flickers
198
system resources 192
trouble prevention 208
URL address not found 190
using Startup options 189
warning resume failure 188
Windows won’t start 187
Windows XP not working 188
program, starting 92
programs
not running correctly 201
projector 57
connecting 59
protection of stored data 2
PS/2 keyboard
external, connecting 150
PS/2 mouse
connecting 150
using simultaneously with
AccuPoint II 64, 153
R
real-time clock (RTC) battery 118
rear panel, closed, back 35
rear panel, open, back 37
recording
.wav files 145
sounds 145
recording quality 147
recording sounds 145
recycle bin icon 132
right side 37
RJ-11 jack 84
RJ45 jack 37
Run dialog box 94
S
safety icons 31
saving files 95
screen 42
blank 197
doesn’t look normal/flickers 198
scroll button 92
seating 47
security 172
security lock slot 38
selecting a place to work 45
SelectServ 33
serial mouse
connecting 63, 150, 152
serial port 37
service options 33
setting up
adding memory 71
setting up a connection 138
setting up your computer 50
shut down 56
shutting down more quickly 109
Slim SelectBay
docking 176
removing module 77
Slim SelectBay indicator light 43
Slim SelectBay modules 75
Slim SelectBay release 40
Index
Slim SelectBay slot 40
slot
PC Card 38
Slim SelectBay 40
sound
problem solving 203
sound recording 147
sounds
recording 145
speaker
stereo sound, system alarms,
audible warnings 37
speakers
external, connecting 71
using external 147
Stand By mode hot key 218
Standby 107, 113
Standby mode
going into more quickly 115
starting again from 116
start button 133
starting a program 92
Run dialog box 94
Windows Explorer 93
Windows Start menu 93
starting up the computer
from Shut down 111
from Standby 116
Startup menu
problem solving 189
status lights 35, 42
stereo speaker 37
stored data protection 2
supervisor password, deleting 184
supervisor password, set up 183
switch, on/off antenna
Wi-Fi 39
system indicator panel 35, 42
System Setup 187
system tray 134
245
T
taskbar 133
telephone company procedures 5
telephone line
connecting to modem 83
television 57
adjusting display 60, 163
connecting 58, 159
Toshiba
Internet Web sites 211
Toshiba Accessories
information 32
Toshiba Console 171
Toshiba Hardware Setup 176
Toshiba online resources 116
Toshiba Power Saver utility 179
Toshiba utilities 165
trademarks 22
transferring files 134
transferring information between
computers 134
turning off the computer 55, 107
turning on the computer 53
turning on the power 54
type of service
telephone 5
U
underside 39
Universal Resource Locator (URL)
134
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
hot swapping 36
ports 36
USB mouse
connecting 63, 152
user password, disabling 182
user passwords
setting 180
using a file extension 97
using the AccuPoint II pointing device
91
246
Index
utilities
Power Management 173
Toshiba Power Extensions 180
utility
Toshiba Power Saver 179
V
video cables 58, 160
video display device
connecting 58, 159
video limitations 61, 163
video projector
adjusting display 60
video-out port 38
volume mute hot key 215
W
warranty
SelectServ 33
Web sites 210
Support Online 191
Web sites, Toshiba 211
Wi-Fi
wireless networking 137
Wi-Fi Mini PCI modules 164
Wi-Fi on/off antenna switch 39
Windows Explorer 93
Windows Media Player 143
Windows Millennium Edition
Help 191
Windows Standby 56
Windows Start menu 93
Windows XP
Help 190
Help and Support 190
problem solving 188
Windows XP Professional Briefcase
134
Windows XP Professional desktop
icon 132
Windows XP Professional taskbar 134
Windows® XP Professional desktop
131
wireless indicator light 43
wireless interoperability 7
wireless mode hot key 220
wireless networking 137
Wizards
Dial-Up Networking Wizard 137
work habits 49
Y
Y-cable 63, 152
Index
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